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Pierowall, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Pierowall is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 563. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
563 Population 402/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population563
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units225

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

Population563
Population Density402 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates59.3194°, -2.9905°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,103 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Pierowall

Pierowall is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 563. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Pierowall has a population of 563 with a density of 402 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

563
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1.4mi²
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

Pierowall vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Pierowall is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 51 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pierowall vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)51

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Pierowall is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 225 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units225

Property Tax

Pierowall experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates59.3194°N, 2.9905°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.28"
Driest Month (May) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M3.3 on Jan 15, 2009.

Jan 15, 2009 14 km N of Scalloway, United Kingdom M3.3 142 km
Mar 22, 2007 75 km WSW of Sandwick, United Kingdom M2.7 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in Driest
June 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
July 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 52°F (11°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 5.3 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 4.8 in

Pierowall has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 40°F in February to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (2.0").

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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 Density402/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Pierowall

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Westray Junior High School
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Radio Stations near Pierowall

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Pierowall

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Eday Heritage & Visitor Centre
Rousay Heritage Centre
The Kelp Store
Westray Heritage Trust Museum

Hotels in Pierowall

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chalmersquoy
Cleaton House
Pierowall hotel
Pierowall Hotel

Restaurants in Pierowall

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jack’s Chippy

Cafes in Pierowall

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Groatie Buckies
Saintear
Wheeling Steen Gallery

Castles in Pierowall

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Noltland Castle

Gas Stations in Pierowall

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

W I Rendall

Banks in Pierowall

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Bank of Scotland

Golf Courses in Pierowall

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Ronaldsay Golf Course
Westray Golf Club

Breweries in Pierowall

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Swannay Brewery

Airports Near Pierowall

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Eday AirportEOIMedium Airport
Kirkwall AirportKOIMedium Airport
Corston AirstripSmall Airport
Flotta Isle AirstripFLHSmall Airport
Lamb Holm AirfieldSmall Airport
North Ronaldsay AirportNRLSmall Airport
Papa Westray AirportPPWSmall Airport
Sanday AirportNDYSmall Airport
Stronsay AirportSOYSmall Airport
Westray AirportWRYSmall Airport

Post Offices in Pierowall

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Westray Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pierowall

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gospel Hall
United Free Church (disused)
Westray Parish Kirk

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 Pierowall

What is the population of Pierowall?

Pierowall has a population of 563 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 402 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Pierowall expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Pierowall?

Pierowall has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Pierowall?

Pierowall has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 51 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pierowall?

The median home value in Pierowall is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Pierowall?

50.0% of adults in Pierowall 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 Pierowall?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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