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Stranraer, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Stranraer is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 10,510. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
10,510 Population 3/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
45.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,317 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,317 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$207,441 home value, $1,108/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population10,510
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,317
Per Capita$44,317
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$207,441
Rent$1,108
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units4,204

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

Population10,510
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates54.9023°, -5.0273°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation45.3 inches (1,151 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,317
Median Age40.6 years

About Stranraer

Stranraer is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 10,510. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Stranraer has a population of 10,510 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 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

10,510
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,449.5mi²
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

Stranraer vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Stranraer is $44,317, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,317 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $852, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 956 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Stranraer vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,317
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,317
Avg Weekly Wage$852

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)956

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Stranraer is $207,441, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,204 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,441
26% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units4,204

Property Tax

Climate in Stranraer

Stranraer has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.3°C), the coldest is Jan (6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1196 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C / 43°F 1.6° / 11° 98.1
Feb 6.4°C / 44°F 1.4° / 10.7° 117.6
Mar 6.7°C / 44°F 1.9° / 12.1° 98.6
Apr 8.1°C / 47°F 2.6° / 13.8° 58.7
May 10.9°C / 52°F 5.4° / 16.8° 66.3
Jun 13.4°C / 56°F 8.4° / 19.5° 72.0
Jul 14.7°C / 58°F 10.7° / 20.3° 96.3
Aug 15.3°C / 59°F 10.7° / 20.9° 102.0
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 8.8° / 19.7° 107.1
Oct 11.4°C / 52°F 6.6° / 15.5° 132.3
Nov 8.9°C / 48°F 3.8° / 13.6° 113.8
Dec 6.9°C / 44°F 2.4° / 11.9° 133.4
Stranraer experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area3,449.5 sq mi (8,934.2 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates54.9023°N, 5.0273°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.3"
19% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.00"
Driest Month (May) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 144 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 146 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 91 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 147 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 144 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 112 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 143 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 146 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.9 in
February 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.7 in

Stranraer has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") 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 Density3/sq mi
Total Area3,449.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Colleges & Universities in Stranraer

Institution Type Founded Website
Dumfries & Galloway College - Stranraer Campus College - Visit →

Schools in Stranraer

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Park Primary School - - - -
Leswalt Primary School - - - -
Sheuchan Primary School - - - -
Saint Joseph's RC Primary School - - - -
Belmont Primary School - - - -
Rephad School - - - -
Stranraer Academy - - - -
Castle Kennedy Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Stranraer

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Stranraer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Stoneykirk Aviation Museum
Stranraer Museum

Libraries in Stranraer

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Stranraer Public Library0.0

Hotels in Stranraer

9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Craignelder Hotel
Marine House
North West Castle
Quay Head View
Ruddicot Hotel
The Arkhouse Inn
The Royal Hotel
The Swan Inn
Thistle Inn

Restaurants in Stranraer

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castle Kennedy Tea Room
Craignelder Hotel
Henrys Bay House
Hong Kong City
Indian Kebab House
Lahore Karahi
Lando's
Papa Rab's
Sun Kai
Temple
The Coffee Bean

Cafes in Stranraer

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alexandra Coffee Shop
D'nisi
Driftwood Cafe
Fig & Olive
The Royal Cafe

Monuments in Stranraer

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agnew Monument

Castles in Stranraer

3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castle Kennedy
Castle of St John
Lochnaw Castle

Dentists in Stranraer

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

mydentist
mydentist
South West Smile Care Centre
Stranraer Dental Laboratory
TK Barr Dental

Veterinaries in Stranraer

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Academy Veterinary Centre

Train Stations in Stranraer

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stranraer

Gas Stations in Stranraer

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
GB #961227094
Morrisons
Solo

Banks in Stranraer

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
RBS
Santander
Stranraer Credit Union
TSB

Golf Courses in Stranraer

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stranraer Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Stranraer

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Stranraer

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
Andreas Airfield-Small Airport
Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip-Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield-Small Airport
Kildalloig Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mount Rule Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Newtownards Airport-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Stranraer

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Leswalt Post Office
Lochans Post Office
Stranraer Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Stranraer

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Inch Parish Church
Jehovah's Witnesses Kingdom Hall
Leswalt Parish Church
Lewis Street Gospel Hall
Saint John the Evangelist
Saint Joseph's RC Church
St Ninian's
Stranraer Baptist Church
Stranraer Community Church
Stranraer Parish Church
Stranraer Parish Church
Stranraer Reformed Presbyterian Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Stranraer

What is the population of Stranraer?

Stranraer has a population of 10,510 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,449.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Stranraer expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,317, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $207,441 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Stranraer?

Stranraer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.3 inches.

How is the job market in Stranraer?

Stranraer has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $852. There are 956 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Stranraer?

The median home value in Stranraer is $207,441. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,108. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Stranraer?

50.0% of adults in Stranraer 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 Stranraer?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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