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Pencaitland, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Pencaitland is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,480. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,480 Population 5/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,167 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$369,988 home value, $1,229/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Pencaitland

Pencaitland

Pencaitland is a village in East Lothian, Scotland, about 12 miles south-east of Edinburgh, 5 mi (8 km) south-west of Haddington, and 1 mi (2 km) east of Ormiston.

People

Population1,480
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$49,167
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$369,988
Rent$1,229
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units592

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,480
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates55.9073°, -2.8949°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$49,167
Median Age40.6 years

About Pencaitland

Pencaitland is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,480. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Pencaitland has a population of 1,480 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 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

1,480
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
331.2mi²
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

Pencaitland vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Pencaitland is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,167 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $946, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 135 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pencaitland vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,167
Avg Weekly Wage$946

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)135

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Pencaitland is $369,988, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 592 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$369,988
31% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units592

Property Tax

Pencaitland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area331.2 sq mi (857.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates55.9073°N, 2.8949°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.99"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.81"

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 99 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 101 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 101 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 82 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 127 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 100 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 121 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in

Pencaitland has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (1.8").

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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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area331.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Pencaitland

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pencaitland Primary School
Saltoun Primary School
Humbie Primary School
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Radio Stations near Pencaitland

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 Pencaitland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre
Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre
Coastal Centre Exhibition
Coastal Communities Museum
Dalkeith Museum
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
John Gray Centre
Musselburgh Museum
Myreton Motor Museum
National Mining Museum Scotland
National Museum of Flight
Preston Mill
Prestongrange Mining Museum
Scottish Seabird Centre
Thirlestane Castle

Libraries in Pencaitland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Craigmillar Library0.0
Dalkeith Library0.0
Danderhall Library0.0
East Linton Library0.0
George Waterston Library0.0
Gilmerton Library0.0
Gorebridge Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Lasswade Library0.0
Lauderdale Library0.0
Longniddry Library and Community Centre0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
Moredun Library0.0
Musselburgh Library0.0
Newbattle Library0.0
Newtongrange Library0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Piershill Library0.0
Portobello Library0.0
Tranent Library0.0
Windmill Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Pencaitland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Fortune Sunday Market
Haddington Farmers' Market
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Cafes in Pencaitland

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Humbie Hub
Rosearista Coffee Shop
The Bothy

Monuments in Pencaitland

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fletcher Monument
Mercat Cross

Gas Stations in Pencaitland

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gulf

Breweries in Pencaitland

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales
Cross Borders Brewing Co.

Airports Near Pencaitland

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield AirstripSmall Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Balgone AirstripSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
East Fortune AirfieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Nairns Mains AirstripSmall Airport
Nether Huntlywood AirstripSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Thankerton private airstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Pencaitland

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Pencaitland Post Office

Treatment Centers in Pencaitland

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A&E
Fertility & Reproductive Endocrine Unit
Gateway to Recovery Clinic
OPD1
OPD2
OPD3
OPD4
OPD5
OPD6
Pódia
Portobello Foot Care
Portobello Health Hub
Pregnancy Support Unit

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pencaitland

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
East Saltoun Parish Church
Humbie Kirk
Pencaitland 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 Pencaitland

What is the population of Pencaitland?

Pencaitland has a population of 1,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Pencaitland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $369,988 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pencaitland?

Pencaitland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Pencaitland?

Pencaitland has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $946. There are 135 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pencaitland?

The median home value in Pencaitland is $369,988. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,229. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Pencaitland?

50.0% of adults in Pencaitland 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 Pencaitland?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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