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Lanark, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Lanark is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 8,890. Elevation: 653 ft (199 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 8,890 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.6737°, -3.7817° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.4 inches (1,382 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,230 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Lanark
Lanark is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 8,890. The city sits at an elevation of 653 feet (199 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Lanark vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Lanark vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,230 |
| 30% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,230 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,004 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 809 |
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 | $219,092 |
| 22% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,306 |
| 12% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,556 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.6737°N, 3.7817°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 5.9 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 6.1 in |
Lanark has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Total Area | 862.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Lanark
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Owen Memorial Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lanark Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lanark Grammar School | - | - | - | - |
| New Lanark Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Stanmore House School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lanark
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 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 | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | 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 | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Lanark
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almond Valley Heritage Centre | ||||
| Bennie Museum | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Crawfordjohn Heritage Venture | ||||
| Douglas Heritage Museum | ||||
| Lanark Museum | ||||
| Motherwell Heritage Centre | ||||
| Robert Owen's House | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in Lanark
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airdrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Public Library & Observatory | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carmondean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapelhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lanark
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Square |
Hotels in Lanark
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Lanark
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Lanark
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Lanark
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Lanark
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lanark
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lanark
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lanark
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lanark
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Lanark
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Lanark
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lanark
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alechemy |
Stadiums & Teams in Lanark
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Lanark
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 Lanark
29 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lanark
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Lanark Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Lanark
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| New Lanark | Cultural | 2001 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lanark
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| Gospel Hall | |
| Greyfriars Church | |
| Lanark EU Congregational Church | |
| Murray Chapel | |
| New Life Christian Fellowship | |
| St Mary's RC Church | |
| St Nicholas Parish Church |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Lanark
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lanark
What is the population of Lanark?
Lanark has a population of 8,890 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10 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 Lanark expensive to live in?
The median household income is $52,230, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,092 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Lanark?
Lanark has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.
How is the job market in Lanark?
Lanark has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,004. There are 809 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Lanark?
The median home value in Lanark is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Lanark?
50.0% of adults in Lanark 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 Lanark?
90% of residents speak only English at home.