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Portlethen, United Kingdom
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Portlethen is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 8,200. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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About Portlethen
Portlethen is a town located approximately 7 miles south of Aberdeen, Scotland, along the A92. The population according to the 2022 census was 8,969 making it the seventh most populous settlement within Aberdeenshire.
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| Population | 8,200 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Coordinates | 57.0694°, -2.1325° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (786 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $55,443 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Portlethen
Portlethen is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 8,200. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Portlethen vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Portlethen vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,443 |
| 26% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,443 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,066 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 746 |
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 | $257,317 |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,386 |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,280 |
Property Tax
Climate in Portlethen
Portlethen has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.2°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 262 ft (80 m) |
| Area | 3,274.5 sq mi (8,480.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 57.0694°N, 2.1325°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in |
Portlethen has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,274.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Portlethen
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fishermoss Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Portlethen Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Hillside School | — | — | — | — |
| Portlethen Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Portlethen
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatest Hits Non-Stop | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| NOW Radio 80s | 80's, 80s | MP3 | |
| Radio North Angus | — | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Mearns FM | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Pure Beat Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Original 106 | adult contemporary, pop music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Portlethen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen Art Gallery | ||||
| Aberdeen Art Gallery | ||||
| Aberdeen Maritime Museum | ||||
| Aberdeen Maritime Museum | ||||
| Aberdeen Maritime Museum | ||||
| Aberdeen Science Centre | ||||
| Aberdeen Science Centre | ||||
| Aberdeen Treasure Hub | ||||
| Aberdeen Treasure Hub | ||||
| Blairs Museum | ||||
| Blairs Museum | ||||
| Carnegie Inverurie Museum | ||||
| Garioch Heritage Centre | ||||
| King's Museum | ||||
| King's Museum | ||||
| Maggie Law Maritime Museum | ||||
| Provost Skene's House | ||||
| Provost Skene's House | ||||
| The Gordon Highlanders Museum | ||||
| The Gordon Highlanders Museum | ||||
| The Grassic Gibbon Centre | ||||
| Tolbooth Museum | ||||
| Tolbooth Museum | ||||
| Tolbooth Museum | ||||
| Zoology Museum | ||||
| Zoology Museum |
Libraries in Portlethen
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advocates Library and Committee Room | 0.0 | |||||
| Airyhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balmedie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Don Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bucksburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| City of Aberdeen Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cults Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dyce Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverbervie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincorth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kintore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mastrick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newmachar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtonhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peterculter Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portlethen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sir Duncan Rice Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taylor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taylor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tillydrone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tillydrone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Aberdeen Medical Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Aberdeen Medical Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Portlethen
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Portlethen
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Portlethen
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Portlethen
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Portlethen
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Portlethen
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Portlethen
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Portlethen
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Portlethen
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Portlethen
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| House of Botanicals | ||||
| House of Botanicals |
Stadiums & Teams in Portlethen
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Balmoral Stadium | ||
| Pittodrie Stadium |
Ski Resorts Near Portlethen
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garthdee Ski Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Portlethen
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen International Airport | ABZ | Large Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | — | Small Airport |
| Boyndie Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Easter Nether Cabra Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Insch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laurencekirk | — | Small Airport |
| Longside Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Montrose Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Netherley Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Old Meldrum | — | Small Airport |
| Pittodrie-House | — | Small Airport |
| Whiterashes Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Portlethen
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| McColls & Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Portlethen
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol & Drugs Action | ||
| Timmermarket Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Portlethen
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Portlethen Parish Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Portlethen?
Portlethen has a population of 8,200 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,274.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Portlethen expensive to live in?
The median household income is $55,443, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $257,317 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,386 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Portlethen?
Portlethen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.
How is the job market in Portlethen?
Portlethen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 746 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Portlethen?
The median home value in Portlethen is $257,317. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,386. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Portlethen?
50.0% of adults in Portlethen 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 Portlethen?
90% of residents speak only English at home.