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Stirling, United Kingdom
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Stirling is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 37,910. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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| Population | 37,910 |
| Population Density | 214 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.1190°, -3.9368° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $55,320 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Stirling
Stirling is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 37,910. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Stirling vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Stirling vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,320 |
| 26% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,320 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,064 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,450 |
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 | $294,677 |
| 5% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,383 |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 15,164 |
Property Tax
Climate in Stirling
Stirling has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.5°C), the coldest is Jan (2.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1036 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 177.5 sq mi (459.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.1190°N, 3.9368°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.2 in |
Stirling has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and April the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 214/sq mi |
| Total Area | 177.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Stirling
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Modan's High School | — | — | — | — |
| Braehead Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Allan's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Stirling
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | — | MP3 | |
| CareSound Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | — | MP3 192 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 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Stirling
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alloa Tower | ||||
| Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Regimental HQ & Museum | ||||
| Auld Kirk Museum | ||||
| Bannockburn Heritage Centre | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Callendar House | ||||
| Colzium Museum | ||||
| Cultybraggan Camp | ||||
| Cultybraggan Camp Museum | ||||
| Cumbernauld Museum | ||||
| Dunblane Museum | ||||
| Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store | ||||
| John Cowanes Hospital | ||||
| Kilsyth Museum | ||||
| Leighton Library | ||||
| Menstrie Castle | ||||
| Polmaise Colliery Museum | ||||
| Smith Art Gallery & Museum | ||||
| Stirling Old Town Jail | ||||
| The Bastion & Thieves Pot | ||||
| The Dunmore Pineapple | ||||
| The Library of Innerpeffray |
Libraries in Stirling
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abronhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchterarder Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bannockburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonnybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Allan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Condorrat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumbernauld Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Doune Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunblane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grangemouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilsyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kincardine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larbert Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenzie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meadowbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Slamannan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Speirs Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Stepps Cultural Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stirling Library | 0.0 | |||||
| William Patrick Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Stirling
14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Stirling
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Stirling
34 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Stirling
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Stirling
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Stirling
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Stirling
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Stirling
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Stirling
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Stirling
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Stirling
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Stirling
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Stirling
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Stirling
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Stirling
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Stirling
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Stirling
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allanwater Brewery | ||||
| Harviestoun Brewery Ltd | ||||
| Williams Bros. Brewing Co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Stirling
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Stirling
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 Stirling
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blair Atholl Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Polmont | — | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | — | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | — | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Stirling
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cornton Post Office | |
| Drip Road Post Office | |
| Riverside Post Office | |
| St Ninians Post Office | |
| Stirling Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Stirling
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Allan Park South Church | |
| Central Scotland Islamic Centre | |
| Chapel Royal | |
| Church of the Holy Rude | |
| Cornerstone Community Church | |
| Holy Trinity Episcopal Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Park Church | |
| St Margaret of Scotland RC Church | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Ninians Old Parish Church | |
| St. Mark's Parish Church | |
| Stirling Baptist Church | |
| The Crossing (Calvary Fellowship Stirling) | |
| The Methodist Church | |
| The Salvation Army | |
| Viewfield Church |
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What is the population of Stirling?
Stirling has a population of 37,910 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 214 people per square mile, spread across 177.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Stirling expensive to live in?
The median household income is $55,320, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $294,677 (5% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,383 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Stirling?
Stirling has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Stirling?
Stirling has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,064. There are 3,450 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Stirling?
The median home value in Stirling is $294,677. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,383. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Stirling?
50.0% of adults in Stirling 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 Stirling?
90% of residents speak only English at home.