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Strathaven, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Strathaven is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,480. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
7,480 Population 9/sq mi density
597 ft Elevation 182 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
53.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,230 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,230 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$219,092 home value, $1,306/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Strathaven

Strathaven

Strathaven is a historic market town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland and is the largest settlement in Avondale. It is 7.5 kilometres south of Hamilton. The Powmillon Burn runs through the town centre, and joins the Avon Water to the east of the town.

People

Population7,480
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,230
Per Capita$52,230
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$219,092
Rent$1,306
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,992

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain53.7 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)

Education

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

Community

Population7,480
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Coordinates55.6771°, -4.0668°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation53.7 inches (1,363 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$52,230
Median Age40.6 years

About Strathaven

Strathaven is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,480. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Strathaven has a population of 7,480 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 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

7,480
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
862.8mi²
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

Strathaven vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Strathaven is $52,230, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,230 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,004, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 681 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Strathaven vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,230
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,230
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)681

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Strathaven is $219,092, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,306 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,992 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,092
22% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,306
12% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,992

Property Tax

Strathaven experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates55.6771°N, 4.0668°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.7"
41% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.30"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 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 M3.5 130 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 145 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 59 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 69 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 61 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 130 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 110 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 54 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 88 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 129 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 59 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 109 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 54°F (12°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) 5.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.0 in
November 42°F (6°C) 5.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 6.0 in

Strathaven has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (2.7").

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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 Density9/sq mi
Total Area862.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Strathaven

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wester Overton Primary School - - - -
Sandford Primary - - - -
Strathaven Academy - - - -
Gilmourton Primary School - - - -
St Patrick's Primary School - - - -
Kirklandpark Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Strathaven

19 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Clyde Built Radio arts, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
Celtic Music Radio - MP3
Orryy Live 24/7, bouncy MP3
Capital FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Impact-Digital-Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Go Radio Glasgow - MP3 128 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3
Johnstone Sound - MP3 320 kbps
Jambo! Radio - MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 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 Strathaven

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Baird Institute
Darvel Telephone Museum
David Livingstone Museum
Douglas Heritage Museum
Glasgow Police Museum
Glasgow Science Centre
Glenlee Visitor Centre
Greenbank Garden
Holmwood House
House for an Art Lover
Hunterian Museum
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Low Parks Museum
Motherwell Heritage Centre
National Museum of Rural Life
National Piping Centre
People's Palace
Provand's Lordship
Riverside Museum
Royal Highland Fusiliers
Scotland Street School Museum
Scottish Football Museum
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art
Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
The Burrell Collection
The Govan Stones
The Mackintosh House
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow
The Tenement House
University of Glasgow Hunterian at Kelvin Hall

Libraries in Strathaven

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Airdrie Library0.0
Airdrie Public Library & Observatory0.0
Baillieston Library0.0
Barmulloch Community Centre and Library0.0
Blantyre Library0.0
Bothwell Library0.0
Bridgeton Library0.0
Burnbank Library0.0
Busby Library0.0
Cambuslang Library0.0
Carluke Library0.0
Castlemilk Library0.0
Chapelhall Library0.0
Clarkston Library0.0
Cleland Library0.0
Couper Institute Library0.0
Cumnock Library0.0
Dennistoun Library0.0
Eaglesham Library0.0
East Kilbride Library0.0
Giffnock Public Library0.0
Glasgow Centre For The Deaf0.0
Glasgow University Library Research Annexe0.0
Glasgow Women's Libraryü0.0
Glasgow Zine Library0.0
Gorbals Library and Real Learning Centre0.0
Govanhill Library0.0
Greenhills Library0.0
Hamilton Town House Library0.0
Hillhead Library0.0
Hillhouse Library0.0
Ibrox Library0.0
Langside Library0.0
Larkhall Library0.0
Lenzie Library0.0
Lesmahagow Library0.0
Library @ The Bridge0.0
Library at GoMA0.0
Main Street Library0.0
Maryhill Library0.0
Milton Library0.0
Milton Library and Learning Centre0.0
Mitchell Library0.0
Music Broth - Scotland's Loudest Library0.0
National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall0.0
Parkhead Library0.0
Partick Library0.0
Pollokshaws Library0.0
Possilpark Library & Learning Centre0.0
Riddrie Library0.0
Royston Library0.0
Rutherglen Library0.0
Shettleston Library0.0
Springburn Library0.0
St Leonards Library & Community Hall0.0
Stepps Cultural Centre & Library0.0
Stonehouse Library0.0
Uddingston Library0.0
University of Glasgow Library0.0
University of Strathclyde Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Strathaven

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barras East End Studios
Barras East End Studios
Blochairn Car Boot Sale
Blochairn Car Boot Sale
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market
Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market
Glasgow Farmers Market
InShopz
Market Square
Marketland
Marketland
McIver's Markets
McIver's Markets
Savoy Centre
Savoy Centre
The New Market
The Square Yard

Hotels in Strathaven

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strathaven Hotel

Cafes in Strathaven

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barrie Shelter
Roasted
Strathaven Tea Room
The Crib Community Coffee House

Castles in Strathaven

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strathaven Castle

Gas Stations in Strathaven

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf
Sainsbury's

Banks in Strathaven

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland

Golf Courses in Strathaven

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strathaven Golf Club

Breweries in Strathaven

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Drygate
Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales
Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales
Shilling Brewing Company
Shilling Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Strathaven

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Strathaven

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 Strathaven

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-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
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-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

Treatment Centers in Strathaven

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calton Athletic Recovery Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in Strathaven

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Avendale Old Parish Church
St Patrick's Church
Strathaven Evangelical Church
Strathaven Parish Church
Strathaven Trinity Parish Church
The Epicentre - Home Of Outreach Community Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Strathaven

What is the population of Strathaven?

Strathaven has a population of 7,480 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Strathaven expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,230, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,092 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Strathaven?

Strathaven has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.7 inches.

How is the job market in Strathaven?

Strathaven has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,004. There are 681 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Strathaven?

The median home value in Strathaven is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Strathaven?

50.0% of adults in Strathaven 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 Strathaven?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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