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Kirkconnel, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Kirkconnel is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,070. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,070 Population 2/sq mi density
502 ft Elevation 153 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
63.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Kirkconnel

Kirkconnel

Kirkconnel is a small parish in Dumfries and Galloway, southwestern Scotland. It is located on the A76 near the head of Nithsdale. Principally it was a mining community thriving until the late 1960s when the local mine, Fauldhead colliery closed. It has strong ties to football. The name comes from The Church of Saint Conal. In 1850 the village had only a single street. Next to Kirkconnel is a separate village called Kelloholm.

People

Population2,070
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units828

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation502 ft (153 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population2,070
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Coordinates55.3856°, -3.9984°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation63.5 inches (1,614 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Kirkconnel

Kirkconnel is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,070. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet (153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 63.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Kirkconnel has a population of 2,070 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,070
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
862.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Kirkconnel vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Kirkconnel is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 188 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kirkconnel vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)188

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkconnel is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 828 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units828

Property Tax

Kirkconnel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation502 ft (153 m)
Area862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates55.3856°N, 3.9984°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 63.5"
67% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.40"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 149 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 148 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 91 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 39 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 93 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 148 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 138 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 87 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 106 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 102 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 91 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 142 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 7.4 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 5.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 5.6 in
April 42°F (6°C) 3.3 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
September 51°F (11°C) 5.9 in
October 46°F (8°C) 7.1 in
November 40°F (5°C) 7.1 in
December 37°F (3°C) 7.2 in

Kirkconnel has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and April the driest (3.3").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area862.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Kirkconnel

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kelloholm School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kirkconnel

16 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
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3
Go Radio Glasgow - MP3 128 kbps
Impact-Digital-Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Jambo! Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Heart FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Sunny G Community Radio community MP3 320 kbps
Radio Buena Vida community radio, music MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Kirkconnel

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bicycle Museum
Crawfordjohn Heritage Venture
Douglas Heritage Museum
Leadhills Miners Library
Museum of Lead Mining
Sanquhar Tolbooth Museum

Libraries in Kirkconnel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Wanlockhead Miners' Library0.0

Train Stations in Kirkconnel

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kirkconnel

Ski Resorts Near Kirkconnel

2 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 - - -

Airports Near Kirkconnel

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Polmont-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kirkconnel

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kelloholm Post Office
Kirkconnel Post Office

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Kirkconnel

What is the population of Kirkconnel?

Kirkconnel has a population of 2,070 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Kirkconnel expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Kirkconnel?

Kirkconnel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.5 inches.

How is the job market in Kirkconnel?

Kirkconnel has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 188 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kirkconnel?

The median home value in Kirkconnel is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Kirkconnel?

50.0% of adults in Kirkconnel 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 Kirkconnel?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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