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Kippen, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Kippen is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,110. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kippen
Kippen is a village in west Stirlingshire, Scotland. It lies between the Gargunnock Hills and the Fintry Hills and overlooks the Carse of Forth to the north. The village is 9 miles west of Stirling and 20 mi (32 km) north of Glasgow. It is 4+1⁄2 mi (7 km) south-east of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, Scotland's first National Park.
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| Population | 1,110 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1267°, -4.1708° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $55,320 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Kippen
Kippen is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,110. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kippen vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Kippen vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,320 |
| 26% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,320 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,064 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 101 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $294,677 |
| 5% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,383 |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 444 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 250.1 sq mi (647.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1267°N, 4.1708°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 7.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 6.7 in |
Kippen has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 37°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.6") and April the driest (3.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 250.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Kippen
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kippen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thornhill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kippen
18 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Kippen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Regimental HQ & Museum | ||||
| Auld Kirk Museum | ||||
| Bannockburn Heritage Centre | ||||
| Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Colzium Museum | ||||
| Cultybraggan Camp | ||||
| Cultybraggan Camp Museum | ||||
| Cumbernauld Museum | ||||
| Dunblane Museum | ||||
| Hamilton Toy Museum | ||||
| John Cowanes Hospital | ||||
| Kilsyth Museum | ||||
| Leighton Library | ||||
| Renfrew Museum | ||||
| Smith Art Gallery & Museum | ||||
| Stirling Old Town Jail | ||||
| The Bastion & Thieves Pot |
Libraries in Kippen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abronhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Anniesland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balfron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barmulloch Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bearsden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Allan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Condorrat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumbernauld Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Doune Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunblane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duntocher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow University Library Research Annexe | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilsyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knightswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lennoxtown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenzie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maryhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milngavie Library & Community Education Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Milton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milton Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Possilpark Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Springburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stepps Cultural Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stirling Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westerton Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| William Patrick Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Kippen
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kippen
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kippen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allanwater Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kippen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Kippen
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Glencoe Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Kippen
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Atholl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kippen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kippen Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kippen
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kippen Parish Church | |
| Norrieston Church |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kippen
What is the population of Kippen?
Kippen has a population of 1,110 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 250.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Kippen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $55,320, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $294,677 (5% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,383 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Kippen?
Kippen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kippen?
Kippen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,064. There are 101 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kippen?
The median home value in Kippen is $294,677. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,383. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Kippen?
50.0% of adults in Kippen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Kippen?
90% of residents speak only English at home.