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Polbeth, United Kingdom
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Polbeth is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,350. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Polbeth
Polbeth is a former oil shale mining village located about a mile from West Calder, and not far from Livingston, West Lothian, Scotland.
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| Population | 2,350 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8607°, -3.5490° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,193 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,944 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Polbeth
Polbeth is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,350. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet (165 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Polbeth vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Polbeth vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,944 |
| 34% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 214 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $54,171 |
| 81% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,249 |
| 7% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.0% |
| Housing Units | 940 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Area | 182.1 sq mi (471.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.8607°N, 3.5490°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 4.8 in |
Polbeth has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Total Area | 182.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Polbeth
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's RC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bellsquarry Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cedarbank School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Polbeth
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| Radio ENRG | alternative, edinburgh | MP3 | |
| 242 RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EHFM | community radio, edinburgh | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio GH | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Polbeth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Almond Valley Heritage Centre | ||||
| Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Bennie Museum | ||||
| Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum | ||||
| Biggar Gasworks Museum | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Bo'ness Motor Museum | ||||
| Broxburn Community Museum | ||||
| Callendar House | ||||
| Culross Palace | ||||
| Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store | ||||
| Forth Bridges Light House Museum | ||||
| Heriot Watt Museum | ||||
| Inchcolm Museum | ||||
| Kinneil Museum | ||||
| Lanark Museum | ||||
| Linlithgow Museum | ||||
| Museum of Scottish Railways | ||||
| Queensferry Museum | ||||
| Robert Owen's House | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Dunmore Pineapple | ||||
| The Maltings | ||||
| The Wee Museum of Memory | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in Polbeth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Almondbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balerno Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bo'ness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Smail Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carmondean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowdenbeath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Currie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalgety Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grangemouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverkeithing Library and Heritage Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincardine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkliston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanthorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linlithgow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meadowbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ratho Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Queensferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lex Davidson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valleyfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Lothian Local History Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polbeth
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balerno Farmer's Market |
Restaurants in Polbeth
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Polbeth
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Polbeth
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Polbeth
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Polbeth
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Polbeth
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Polbeth
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Polbeth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alechemy |
Stadiums & Teams in Polbeth
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Polbeth
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Polbeth
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Craig Hospital | ||
| Dance Podiatry/Chiropody |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Polbeth
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Polbeth Harwood Parish Church |
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What is the population of Polbeth?
Polbeth has a population of 2,350 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Polbeth expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $54,171 (81% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Polbeth?
Polbeth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Polbeth?
Polbeth 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 214 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Polbeth?
The median home value in Polbeth is $54,171. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.
How are the schools in Polbeth?
50.0% of adults in Polbeth 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 Polbeth?
90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.