Scotby, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Scotby is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,366. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,366 Population 324/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
31.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Scotby

Scotby

Scotby is a village in the Cumberland unitary authority area of Cumbria, England. It is separated from Carlisle by the M6 motorway, and it is close to other dormitory villages in the area, such as Wetheral, Cumwhinton and Aglionby. It is part of the Wetheral civil parish. In 2018 it had an estimated population of 2366.

People

Population2,366
Density324/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population2,366
Population Density324 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates54.8900°, -2.8746°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation31.5 inches (801 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Scotby

Scotby is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,366. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Scotby experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates54.8900°N, 2.8746°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.5"
17% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.15"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.89"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 81 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 113 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 117 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 90 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 54 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 105 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 14 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 23 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.1 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Scotby has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Scotby

8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Pennine Way Primary School - - - -
Inglewood Infant School - - - -
Inglewood Junior School - - - -
Inglewood Junior and Infant Schools - - - -
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School - - - -
Scotby C of E Primary School - - - -
Wreay Church of England Primary School - - - -
Crosby-on-Eden CofE School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Scotby

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio funk, jazz AAC 320 kbps
HearMe - 00s rock 00s rock, 00’s rock MP3
Bay Trust Radio - MP3 128 kbps
frisk radio guilty Pleasures northeast music AAC
Golden Decades Radio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps
Hear Me top pop pop, pop music MP3

Museums in Scotby

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
A World In Miniature
Bewcastle Museum
Cumbria's Museum of Military Life
Gretna Green Experience
Guildhall Museum
Penrith & Eden Musuem
Scaleby Hill Vintage Motor Bike Museum
Solway Aviation Museum
Tullie House

Libraries in Scotby

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brampton Library0.0
Carlisle Library0.0
Denton Holme Library0.0
Hallbankgate Library0.0
Longtown Library0.0
Morton Library0.0
Penrith Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Scotby

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Monthly Farmers Market
Penrith Auction Market
Penrith Saturday Market & Car Boot Sale

Hotels in Scotby

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bluerare
Premier Inn
Wallfoot hotel/Parkbroom Lodge

Restaurants in Scotby

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bluerare
Rahi at the Waterloo
The Auctioneer
Toby Carvery

Cafes in Scotby

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fini's Kitchen
Scotby Coffee Lounge
Thistle Cafe

Theatres in Scotby

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harraby Theatre

Castles in Scotby

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scaleby Castle

Theme Parks in Scotby

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Walby Farm Park

Clinics in Scotby

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arnside House
Carlisle Healthcare South

Dentists in Scotby

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carlisle Urgent Dental Access Centre
Eden Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Scotby

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coomara Vets
Craig Robinson Vets Rosehill

Gas Stations in Scotby

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crosby Moor Garage
Hills Carleton Service Station
Shell
Tesco

Banks in Scotby

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Cumberland Building Society
RBS

Golf Courses in Scotby

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carlisle Golf Club
Eden Golf Club

Breweries in Scotby

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Eden River Brew Co.
Hesket Newmarket Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Scotby

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Scotby

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF Spadeadam-Medium Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Cark airfield-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Loadman Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Scotby

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Botcherby Post Office
Central Avenue Post Office
Royal Mail - Cumwhinton Road Post Office
Scotby Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Scotby

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
All Saints Church
Church of Christ The King
Kingdom Hall of The Jehovahs Witnesses
St Andrew
St Elizabeth's Church
St John the Evangelist
St Mary

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 Scotby

What is the population of Scotby?

Scotby has a population of 2,366 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 324 people per square mile, spread across 7.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Scotby?

Scotby has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 31.5 inches.

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