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Stevenston, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Stevenston is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 9,290. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
9,290 Population 13/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 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

Population9,290
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density13/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 Units3,716

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

Population9,290
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates55.6397°, -4.7534°
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 Stevenston

Stevenston is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 9,290. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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.

Stevenston has a population of 9,290 with a density of 13 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

9,290
Total Population
13
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

Stevenston vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Stevenston 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 845 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stevenston vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

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)845

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Stevenston 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 3,716 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 Units3,716

Property Tax

Stevenston 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 30 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

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates55.6397°N, 4.7534°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 93 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 M3.0 107 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 63 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 140 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 92 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 63 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 93 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 70 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 50 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 62 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 115 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 - - 129 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

Stevenston 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 Density13/sq mi
Total Area732.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Stevenston

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Auchenharvie Academy - - - -
St John's Primary School - - - -
Hayocks Primary School - - - -
Ardeer Primary School - - - -
Glencairn Primary School - - - -
Lockhart Campus - - - -
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Radio Stations near Stevenston

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
Celtic Music Radio - MP3
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Johnstone Sound - MP3 320 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3
Impact-Digital-Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Stevenston

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 Stevenston

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
Johnstone 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 Stevenston

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Red Squirrel Hotel

Restaurants in Stevenston

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Red Squirrel Restaurant

Cafes in Stevenston

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Costa

Castles in Stevenston

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kerelaw Castle

Train Stations in Stevenston

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stevenston

Gas Stations in Stevenston

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
JET
Morrisons

Golf Courses in Stevenston

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ardeer Golf Club
Auchenharvie Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Stevenston

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Stevenston

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 Stevenston

17 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
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-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

Post Offices in Stevenston

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hayocks Road Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stevenston

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St John's Church
Stevenson 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 Stevenston

What is the population of Stevenston?

Stevenston has a population of 9,290 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 13 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 Stevenston 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 Stevenston?

Stevenston 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 Stevenston?

Stevenston 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 845 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Stevenston?

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

How are the schools in Stevenston?

50.0% of adults in Stevenston 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 Stevenston?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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