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Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Saltcoats is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 12,800. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
12,800 Population 17/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
44.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,196 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,196 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$165,301 home value, $1,280/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,800
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,196
Per Capita$51,196
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,301
Rent$1,280
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units5,120

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

Population12,800
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates55.6362°, -4.7859°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.0 inches (1,117 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$51,196
Median Age40.6 years

About Saltcoats

Saltcoats is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 12,800. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Saltcoats has a population of 12,800 with a density of 17 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 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

12,800
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
732.0mi²
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

Saltcoats vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Saltcoats is $51,196, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,196 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $985, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,165 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saltcoats vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$51,196
32% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$51,196
Avg Weekly Wage$985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,165

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Saltcoats is $165,301, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,280 (10% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,120 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,301
41% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,280
10% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units5,120

Property Tax

Climate in Saltcoats

Saltcoats has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (15°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1231 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.4°C / 42°F 0.7° / 10.8° 104.3
Feb 5.9°C / 43°F 0.5° / 10.4° 122.8
Mar 6.3°C / 43°F 0.6° / 12° 99.3
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 1.3° / 14.3° 58.5
May 10.8°C / 51°F 4.6° / 17.9° 72.9
Jun 13.4°C / 56°F 7.5° / 20.6° 74.0
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10° / 21.2° 102.0
Aug 15°C / 59°F 9.7° / 21.5° 107.0
Sep 13.4°C / 56°F 7.4° / 20.2° 104.1
Oct 10.7°C / 51°F 5.4° / 15.3° 133.6
Nov 8.1°C / 47°F 2.4° / 13.3° 114.8
Dec 6.3°C / 43°F 1.4° / 11.7° 138.2
Saltcoats experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates55.6362°N, 4.7859°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.0"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.88"
Driest Month (May) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 146 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 91 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 146 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 106 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 64 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 139 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 94 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 64 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 92 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 91 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 72 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 49 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 63 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 116 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 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.7 in
February 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.5 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.9 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in

Saltcoats has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.3").

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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 Density17/sq mi
Total Area732.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Saltcoats

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Caledonia Primary School
St Matthew's Academy
Springvale Early Years Centre
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Radio Stations near Saltcoats

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Johnstone Sound MP3 320 kbps
Quality Radio MP3
Impact-Digital-Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Saltcoats

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Big Idea
Burns Cottage
Cartoon Exhibition
Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre
Kelburn Museum
Largs Museum
Museum of the Cumbraes
North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop
Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum
Weaver's Cottage
Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum
West Kilbride Museum

Libraries in Saltcoats

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Andrew Fisher Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Largs Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Springside Library and Community Centre0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
Troon Library0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Hotels in Saltcoats

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Lauriston Hotel

Restaurants in Saltcoats

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Curry on the Corner
Oscar's

Cinemas in Saltcoats

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Premier Leisure Cinema

Train Stations in Saltcoats

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ardrossan South Beach
Saltcoats

Gas Stations in Saltcoats

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Gyms in Saltcoats

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SW Fitness

Stadiums & Teams in Saltcoats

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Ski Resorts Near Saltcoats

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 Saltcoats

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Castle Kennedy AirfieldSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saltcoats

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kirkgate Parish Church
North Parish Church Saltcoats
South Beach Baptist Church
St Andrew's Scottish Episcopal Church
St Cuthberts Parish Church
St Mary's Catholic 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 Saltcoats

What is the population of Saltcoats?

Saltcoats has a population of 12,800 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Saltcoats expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,196, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,301 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,280 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Saltcoats?

Saltcoats has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches.

How is the job market in Saltcoats?

Saltcoats has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $985. There are 1,165 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Saltcoats?

The median home value in Saltcoats is $165,301. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,280. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Saltcoats?

50.0% of adults in Saltcoats 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 Saltcoats?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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