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Stow, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Stow is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 740. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
740 Population 0/sq mi density
591 ft Elevation 180 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,672 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,672 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$231,037 home value, $1,067/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population740
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,672
Per Capita$42,672
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$231,037
Rent$1,067
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units296

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

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

Community

Population740
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Coordinates55.6936°, -2.8641°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,088 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$42,672
Median Age40.6 years

About Stow

Stow is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 740. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Stow has a population of 740 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,223.2 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

740
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
2,223.2mi²
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

Stow vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Stow is $42,672, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,672. The average weekly wage is $821, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 67 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stow vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,672
43% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$42,672
Avg Weekly Wage$821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Stow is $231,037, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,037
18% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,067
8% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units296

Property Tax

Stow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 7.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below United Kingdom avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area2,223.2 sq mi (5,758.2 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates55.6936°N, 2.8641°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.45"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 28, 2008.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 110 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 82 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 112 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 95 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 103 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 111 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 140 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.5 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
June 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 4.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.3 in

Stow has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 35°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.6").

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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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area2,223.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Stow

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Stow Primary School
Heriot Primary School
Fountainhall Primary School
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Radio Stations near Stow

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Capital FM Edinburgh edinburgh, pop MP3 128 kbps
Forth1 pop music, popular AAC+ 47 kbps
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Scotland AAC+ 64 kbps
Edge 1 MP3
TD1 Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Stow

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Commendator's House Museum
Dalkeith Museum
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
Great Tapestry of Scotland Visitor Centre
Halliwell's House Museum & Robson Gallery
Musselburgh Museum
National Mining Museum Scotland
Old Gala House
Robert Smail's Printing Works
Robert Smail's Printing Works
Sir Walter Scottʼs Courtroom
St Ronanʼs Wells Visitor Centre
Thirlestane Castle
Trimontium Museum

Libraries in Stow

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dalkeith Library0.0
Danderhall Library0.0
Earlston Library0.0
Galashiels Library0.0
Gorebridge Library0.0
Lasswade Library0.0
Lauderdale Library0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
Melrose Library0.0
Musselburgh Library0.0
Newbattle Library0.0
Newtongrange Library0.0

Cafes in Stow

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cloudhouse Gallery & Café

Train Stations in Stow

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stow

Breweries in Stow

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cross Borders Brewing Co.
Tempest Brewing Co

Airports Near Stow

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
RAF SpadeadamMedium Airport
Archerfield AirstripSmall Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Balgone AirstripSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
East Fortune AirfieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Nairns Mains AirstripSmall Airport
Nether Huntlywood AirstripSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Stow

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Stow Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stow

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mary of Wedale

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 Stow

What is the population of Stow?

Stow has a population of 740 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,223.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Stow expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,672, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,037 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Stow?

Stow has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Stow?

Stow has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $821. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Stow?

The median home value in Stow is $231,037. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,067. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Stow?

50.0% of adults in Stow 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 Stow?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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