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Newcastleton, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Newcastleton is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 770. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
770 Population 0/sq mi density
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
48.9 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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People

Population770
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density0/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 Units308

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

Population770
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates55.1791°, -2.8134°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation48.9 inches (1,242 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$42,672
Median Age40.6 years

About Newcastleton

Newcastleton is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 770. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet (100 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 48.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Newcastleton has a population of 770 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 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.

Population

770
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
2,126.8mi²
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

Newcastleton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Newcastleton 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 70 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Newcastleton vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

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)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Newcastleton 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 308 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 Units308

Property Tax

Climate in Newcastleton

Newcastleton 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
Newcastleton 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 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 328 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 Days247 days/yr

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area2,126.8 sq mi (5,508.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates55.1791°N, 2.8134°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.9"
29% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.24"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.91"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

11 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 113 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 135 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 149 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 149 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 121 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 53 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 116 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 137 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 46 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 149 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 5.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.8 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.9 in
September 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in
November 40°F (5°C) 5.0 in
December 37°F (3°C) 5.2 in

Newcastleton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (2.9").

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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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area2,126.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Newcastleton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Newcastleton Primary School
Bewcastle School
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Radio Stations near Newcastleton

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio funk, jazz AAC 320 kbps
Bay Trust Radio MP3 128 kbps
Golden Decades Radio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Hear Me top pop pop, pop music MP3
TD1 Radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Newcastleton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
A World In Miniature
Bewcastle Museum
Birdoswald Roman Fort and Study Centre
Borders Textile Towerhouse
Gretna Green Experience
Hawick Museum
Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike Museum
Solway Aviation Museum

Libraries in Newcastleton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brampton Library0.0
Hallbankgate Library0.0
Hawick Library0.0
Langholm Library0.0
Longtown Library0.0

Hotels in Newcastleton

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grapes Hotel
Liddesdale Hotel
Mosspaul Inn

Cafes in Newcastleton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Copshaw Kitchen
The Olive Tree

Monuments in Newcastleton

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dixon Monument
Wolf Rock

Castles in Newcastleton

4 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hermitage Castle
Kielder Castle
Kirshope Castle
Whithaugh Tower

Clinics in Newcastleton

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newcastleton Health Centre

Train Stations in Newcastleton

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whitrope Siding

Gas Stations in Newcastleton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Border Auto Services

Golf Courses in Newcastleton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newcastleton Golf Course

Breweries in Newcastleton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Borderlands Brewery

Airports Near Newcastleton

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF SpadeadamMedium Airport
Bedlands Gate AirfieldSmall Airport
Berrier AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Glassonby AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirkbride AirfieldSmall Airport
Lartington Moor AirstripSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Loadman Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Milfield Glider FieldSmall Airport
Nether Huntlywood AirstripSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Skelling Farm Glider FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Newcastleton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Newcastleton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Newcastleton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Liddesdale Parish Church
Old Parish Church
St Nicholas

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Newcastleton

What is the population of Newcastleton?

Newcastleton has a population of 770 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Newcastleton 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 Newcastleton?

Newcastleton 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 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.9 inches.

How is the job market in Newcastleton?

Newcastleton 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 70 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Newcastleton?

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

How are the schools in Newcastleton?

50.0% of adults in Newcastleton 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 Newcastleton?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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