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Prestwick, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Prestwick is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 14,750. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
14,750 Population 21/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$54,707 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,707 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$214,941 home value, $1,368/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population14,750
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,707
Per Capita$54,707
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$214,941
Rent$1,368
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units5,900

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

Population14,750
Population Density21 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates55.4833°, -4.6167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,111 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$54,707
Median Age40.6 years

About Prestwick

Prestwick is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 14,750. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Prestwick has a population of 14,750 with a density of 21 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

14,750
Total Population
21
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

Prestwick vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Prestwick is $54,707, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,707 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,052, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,342 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Prestwick vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,707
27% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$54,707
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,342

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Prestwick is $214,941, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,368 (18% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,900 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,941
24% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,368
18% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units5,900

Property Tax

Climate in Prestwick

Prestwick has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.5°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1234 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F -1.9° / 10.1° 103.6
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F -1.9° / 10° 124.3
Mar 5.4°C / 42°F -1.4° / 12.2° 99.4
Apr 7°C / 45°F -0.9° / 15.2° 60.1
May 10.4°C / 51°F 2.7° / 19.3° 76.9
Jun 13.2°C / 56°F 5.9° / 22° 76.1
Jul 14.4°C / 58°F 8° / 22.9° 108.1
Aug 14.5°C / 58°F 7.6° / 22.8° 110.6
Sep 12.5°C / 55°F 5.1° / 20.8° 100.3
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 2.8° / 15.2° 133.4
Nov 6.6°C / 44°F 0° / 12.7° 109.3
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F -1.1° / 11.1° 132.0
Prestwick experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area708.3 sq mi (1,834.6 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates55.4833°N, 4.6167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 110 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 124 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 77 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 75 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 78 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 110 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 111 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 82 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 68 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 140 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 77 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 130 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake - - 146 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in
February 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.5 in

Prestwick has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.4").

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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 Density21/sq mi
Total Area708.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Prestwick

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kingcase Primary School - - - -
Heathfield Primary School - - - -
Dalmilling Primary School - - - -
Braehead Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Prestwick

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Clyde Built Radio arts, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
Celtic Music Radio - MP3
Orryy Live 24/7, bouncy MP3
Capital FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
Impact-Digital-Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Go Radio Glasgow - MP3 128 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3
Johnstone Sound - MP3 320 kbps
Jambo! Radio - MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Heart FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Sunny G Community Radio community MP3 320 kbps
Radio Buena Vida community radio, music MP3 192 kbps
100.8 Home Radio - MP3

Museums in Prestwick

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Bachelor's Club
Batchelor's Club
Big Idea
Burns Cottage
Burns House Museum
Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre
Dick Institute
Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre
North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop
Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum
West Kilbride Museum

Libraries in Prestwick

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Andrew Fisher Library0.0
Bellfield Community Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Hurlford Community Library0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Maybole Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Springside Library and Community Centre0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
The Lorimer Library0.0
Troon Library0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Prestwick

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kilmarnock Indoor Market

Hotels in Prestwick

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carlton Hotel
Golf Inn
Premier Inn
St. Andrews Hotel
Travelodge

Restaurants in Prestwick

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Elliots
Logans Bar and Restaurant
Spice Cube
The New Crystal

Cafes in Prestwick

11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aldente Ayr
Asda Café
Bon Amis
Costa
Gro Coffee
Guidis
Mancini's Cafe
Murray's
Sea Breeze
Starbucks
The Teapot

Monuments in Prestwick

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

War Memorial

Clinics in Prestwick

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

North Ayr Health Centre

Veterinaries in Prestwick

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A.C.E. Physiotherapy
County Vets
Exclusively Cats

Train Stations in Prestwick

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Newton-on-Ayr

Gas Stations in Prestwick

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
JET
Sainsbury's
Tesco Ayr

Banks in Prestwick

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TSB

Gyms in Prestwick

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bannatyne's Leisure
The Gym

Golf Courses in Prestwick

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dalmilling Golf Course
St. Cuthbert Golf Club
St. Nicholas Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Prestwick

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Ski Resorts Near Prestwick

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Prestwick

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blair Drummond Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Bute Airfield-Small Airport
Carlung Farm-Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield-Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Prestwick

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Spar Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Prestwick

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ayr United Free Church of Scotland
Kingcase Church
New Prestwick Baptist Church
Prestwick South Parish Church
St James Parish Church
St Nicholas Parish Church
St Ninain's Episcopal Church
St. Quivox Church
St.Quivox 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 Prestwick

What is the population of Prestwick?

Prestwick has a population of 14,750 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 21 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 Prestwick expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,707, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,941 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Prestwick?

Prestwick has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

How is the job market in Prestwick?

Prestwick has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,052. There are 1,342 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Prestwick?

The median home value in Prestwick is $214,941. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,368. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Prestwick?

50.0% of adults in Prestwick 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 Prestwick?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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