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Locharbriggs, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Locharbriggs is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 5,960. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
5,960 Population 2/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,317 Median Income
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Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,317 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$207,441 home value, $1,108/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Locharbriggs

Locharbriggs

Locharbriggs is a village in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. It is located near the Lochar Water, 2.7 miles (4.3 km) north-northeast of the town of Dumfries. It was one of several villages that stood on the edge of the Lochar Moss which was largely reclaimed in the 19th century. The Locharbriggs locality had an estimated population of
5,610 in 2020.

People

Population5,960
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,317
Per Capita$44,317
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$207,441
Rent$1,108
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,384

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

Population5,960
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates55.1034°, -3.5844°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,317
Median Age40.6 years

About Locharbriggs

Locharbriggs is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 5,960. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Locharbriggs has a population of 5,960 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 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

5,960
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,449.5mi²
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

Locharbriggs vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Locharbriggs is $44,317, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,317 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $852, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 542 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Locharbriggs vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,317
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,317
Avg Weekly Wage$852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)542

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Locharbriggs is $207,441, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,384 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,441
26% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,384

Property Tax

Climate in Locharbriggs

Locharbriggs has an average annual temperature of 7.8°C (46°F). The hottest month is Jul (13.8°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1826 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.7°C / 37°F 0.4° / 4.9° 206.8
Feb 3°C / 37°F 0.3° / 5.7° 170.0
Mar 4.4°C / 40°F 1° / 7.8° 146.7
Apr 6.6°C / 44°F 2.4° / 10.7° 102.4
May 9.4°C / 49°F 4.8° / 14° 102.9
Jun 12.1°C / 54°F 7.9° / 16.4° 111.2
Jul 13.8°C / 57°F 9.6° / 18.1° 128.6
Aug 13.6°C / 56°F 9.5° / 17.6° 145.4
Sep 11.4°C / 53°F 7.5° / 15.2° 132.4
Oct 8.3°C / 47°F 5.1° / 11.5° 184.8
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F 2.5° / 7.8° 190.0
Dec 2.8°C / 37°F 0.4° / 5.2° 204.9
Locharbriggs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area3,449.5 sq mi (8,934.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates55.1034°N, 3.5844°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 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 M3.7 110 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 136 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 130 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 128 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 4 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 131 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 123 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 145 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 62 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 130 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in

Locharbriggs has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (2.2").

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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 Area3,449.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Locharbriggs

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Collin School
Locharbriggs Primary School
Heathhall Primary School
Amisfield School
Holywood Primary School
Duncow School
Ae Primary School
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Radio Stations near Locharbriggs

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bay Trust Radio MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Locharbriggs

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bicycle Museum
Camera Obscura
Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum
Dumfries Museum
Ellisland Farm
Gracefield Arts Centre
John Paul Jones Museum
Moffat Museum
National Museum of Costume
New Abbey Corn Mill
Old Bridge House Museum
Robert Burns Centre
Savings Banks Museum
Toy Soldier Museum

Libraries in Locharbriggs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ewart Library0.0
Ewart Library0.0
Georgetown Library0.0
Lochmaben Library0.0
Lochthorne Library0.0
Lockerbie Library0.0

Hotels in Locharbriggs

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Friars Carse Country House Hotel

Cafes in Locharbriggs

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ae Cafe

Clinics in Locharbriggs

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lochthorn Medical Centre

Dentists in Locharbriggs

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lochthorn Dental Clinic

Veterinaries in Locharbriggs

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vet Surgery

Gas Stations in Locharbriggs

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Golf Courses in Locharbriggs

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Pines Golf Centre

Stadiums & Teams in Locharbriggs

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Locharbriggs

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berrier AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Falgunzeon Glider AirfieldSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Glenswinton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kirkbride AirfieldSmall Airport
Lennox Plunton AirstripSmall Airport
Mosside Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Stonehill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thankerton private airstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Locharbriggs

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Collin Post Office
Kirkton Post Office
Locharbriggs Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Locharbriggs

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holywood Church
Kirkmahoe Parish Church
Kirkmichael 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 Locharbriggs

What is the population of Locharbriggs?

Locharbriggs has a population of 5,960 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Locharbriggs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,317, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $207,441 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Locharbriggs?

Locharbriggs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.

How is the job market in Locharbriggs?

Locharbriggs has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 542 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Locharbriggs?

The median home value in Locharbriggs is $207,441. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,108. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Locharbriggs?

50.0% of adults in Locharbriggs 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 Locharbriggs?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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