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Newton Stewart, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Newton Stewart is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,010. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
4,010 Population 6/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
48.6 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 Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart is a former burgh town in the historical county of Wigtownshire in Dumfries and Galloway, southwest Scotland.
The town is on the River Cree with most of the town to the west of the river, and is sometimes referred to as the "Gateway to the Galloway Hills".

People

Population4,010
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density6/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 Units1,604

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

Population4,010
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates54.9578°, -4.4832°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation48.6 inches (1,234 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,317
Median Age40.6 years

About Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 4,010. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Newton Stewart has a population of 4,010 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 708.3 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

4,010
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
708.3mi²
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

Newton Stewart vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Newton Stewart 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 365 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Newton Stewart 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)365

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Newton Stewart 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 1,604 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 Units1,604

Property Tax

Newton Stewart experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area708.3 sq mi (1,834.6 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates54.9578°N, 4.4832°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"
28% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.39"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 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 M3.7 129 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 138 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 135 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 56 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 136 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 136 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 119 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 109 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 135 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in Driest
July 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
November 42°F (6°C) 5.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.2 in

Newton Stewart has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and June the driest (2.8").

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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 Density6/sq mi
Total Area708.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Newton Stewart

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Douglas Ewart High School — — — —
Minnigaff Primary School — — — —
Penninghame Primary School — — — —
St Ninian's RC School — — — —
Kirkcowan Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Newton Stewart

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Newton Stewart

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Museum Newton Stewart

Libraries in Newton Stewart

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Newton Stewart Library and Public Services0.0

Hotels in Newton Stewart

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cree Bridge House Hotel
Crown Hotel
House o´ Hill
The Black Horse Hotel
The Bruce Hotel
The Galloway Arms Hotel

Restaurants in Newton Stewart

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

No 4
Rainbow
The Riverbank Restaurant

Cafes in Newton Stewart

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brew Ha Ha
Cinnamon
The Barbaguette
The Belted Galloway
The Brigend Pantry
The Lime Bothy
The Scent O'Galloway

Cinemas in Newton Stewart

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Cinema

Monuments in Newton Stewart

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruce's Stone
Monument to the Ninth Earl of Galloway
Murray's Monument

Veterinaries in Newton Stewart

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Academy Vet Centre
Creebridge Veterinary Centre

Gas Stations in Newton Stewart

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gulf
Gulf
Wigtown Road Services

Banks in Newton Stewart

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
Yorkshire Building Society

Golf Courses in Newton Stewart

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newton Stewart Golf Club

Ski Resorts Near Newton Stewart

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Newton Stewart

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Andreas Airfield—Small Airport
Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip—Small Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Carlung Farm—Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield—Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield—Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Kilkerran UL—Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip—Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield—Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield—Small Airport

Post Offices in Newton Stewart

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kirkcowan Post Office
Newton Stewart Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Newton Stewart

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Episcopal Church
Kirkcowan Parish Church
Penninghame St John's Church
Roman Catholic Church Of Our Lady And St Ninian

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Waterfalls
2
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 Newton Stewart

What is the population of Newton Stewart?

Newton Stewart has a population of 4,010 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 708.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Newton Stewart 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 Newton Stewart?

Newton Stewart has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches.

How is the job market in Newton Stewart?

Newton Stewart 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 365 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Newton Stewart?

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

How are the schools in Newton Stewart?

50.0% of adults in Newton Stewart 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 Newton Stewart?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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