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Lauder, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Lauder is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,610. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,610 Population 1/sq mi density
604 ft Elevation 184 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
40.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,672 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,672 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$231,037 home value, $1,067/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Lauder

The former Royal Burgh of Lauder is a town in the Scottish Borders in the historic county of Berwickshire. On the Southern Upland Way, the burgh lies 27 miles (43 km) southeast of Edinburgh, on the western edge of the Lammermuir Hills.

People

Population1,610
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,672
Per Capita$42,672
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$231,037
Rent$1,067
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units644

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,610
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Coordinates55.7191°, -2.7476°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation40.7 inches (1,034 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$42,672
Median Age40.6 years

About Lauder

Lauder is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,610. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 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 40.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Lauder has a population of 1,610 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,223.2 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.

Population

1,610
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
2,223.2mi²
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

Lauder vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Lauder is $42,672, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,672. The average weekly wage is $821, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 147 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lauder vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$42,672
43% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$42,672
Avg Weekly Wage$821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)147

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Lauder is $231,037, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 644 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,037
18% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,067
8% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units644

Property Tax

Lauder 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 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area2,223.2 sq mi (5,758.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates55.7191°N, 2.7476°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.29"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 28, 2008.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 115 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 89 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 117 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 99 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 106 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 116 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 143 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.0 in
March 38°F (4°C) 3.3 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.5 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
September 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 4.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in

Lauder has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and April the driest (2.5").

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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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area2,223.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Lauder

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Channelkirk Primary School - - - -
Lauder Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lauder

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Capital FM Edinburgh edinburgh, pop MP3 128 kbps
Forth1 pop music, popular AAC+ 47 kbps
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Scotland - AAC+ 64 kbps
Edge 1 - MP3
TD1 Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lauder

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Commendator's House Museum
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
Great Tapestry of Scotland Visitor Centre
Halliwell's House Museum & Robson Gallery
Jedburgh Castle Jail and Museum
John Gray Centre
Mary Queen Of Scots' Visitors Centre
Old Gala House
Sir Walter Scottʼs Courtroom
Thirlestane Castle
Trimontium Museum

Libraries in Lauder

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Earlston Library0.0
Galashiels Library0.0
Jedburgh Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Lauderdale Library0.0
Melrose Library0.0
Tranent Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lauder

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Haddington Farmers' Market

Hotels in Lauder

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Bull Hotel
Lauderdale Hotel
The Lodge, Carfraemill
The Tower Hotel

Restaurants in Lauder

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Bull Hotel

Cafes in Lauder

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Flat Cat Gallery

Monuments in Lauder

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dabshead Standing Stone

Castles in Lauder

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Thirlestane Castle
Thirlestane Castle (Ruin)

Gas Stations in Lauder

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lauder Petrol Station

Banks in Lauder

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland

Golf Courses in Lauder

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lauder Golf Club

Breweries in Lauder

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Tempest Brewing Co

Airports Near Lauder

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
RAF Spadeadam-Medium Airport
Archerfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Balgone Airstrip-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Charterhall Airfield-Small Airport
East Fortune Airfield-Small Airport
Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kingsmuir Airfield-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Milfield Glider Field-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Lauder

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lauder Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lauder

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Channel Kirk
Lauder Old Parish Church

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 Lauder

What is the population of Lauder?

Lauder has a population of 1,610 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 2,223.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Lauder expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,672, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,037 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lauder?

Lauder 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 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lauder?

Lauder has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $821. There are 147 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lauder?

The median home value in Lauder is $231,037. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,067. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Lauder?

50.0% of adults in Lauder 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 Lauder?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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