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Torrance, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Torrance is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,370. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,370 Population 29/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$56,849 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$56,849 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$330,915 home value, $1,421/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Torrance

Torrance

Torrance is a village in East Dunbartonshire, formerly Stirlingshire, Scotland, located eight miles north of Glasgow city centre. Torrance used to mainly consist of farmland. The village was once known as a resting place for workers on their way to the Campsie Fells four miles north. The Forth and Clyde Canal has a wharf nearby at Hungryside, and the A807 runs along its southern edge. The village has an active community charity whose aims are to improve the village facilities.

People

Population2,370
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,849
Per Capita$56,849
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$330,915
Rent$1,421
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units948

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days193/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

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

Community

Population2,370
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates55.9400°, -4.2103°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,504 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.5 inches (37 cm)
Median Household Income$56,849
Median Age40.6 years

About Torrance

Torrance is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,370. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 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.

Torrance has a population of 2,370 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 83.0 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

2,370
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
83.0mi²
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

Torrance vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Torrance is $56,849, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,849 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,093, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 216 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Torrance vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,849
24% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$56,849
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)216

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Torrance is $330,915, 17% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,421 (22% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 948 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,915
17% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,421
22% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units948

Property Tax

Torrance experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days193 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area83.0 sq mi (214.9 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates55.9400°N, 4.2103°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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 M3.8 137 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 115 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 138 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 130 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 29 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 131 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 100 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 30 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 115 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 83 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 25 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 146 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 76 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 29 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 79 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 — — 143 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.2 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
August 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.8 in
November 42°F (6°C) 5.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.6 in

Torrance has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") 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 Density29/sq mi
Total Area83.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Torrance

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Baldernock Primary School — — — —
Torrance Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Torrance

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 Torrance

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auld Kirk Museum
Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery
Colzium Museum
Cumbernauld Museum
David Livingstone Museum
Dunblane Museum
Fairfield Heritage Centre
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
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
Kilsyth Museum
Leighton Library
Lochgoin Museum
Low Parks Museum
Motherwell Heritage Centre
National Museum of Rural Life
National Piping Centre
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries
People's Palace
Provand's Lordship
Renfrew Museum
Riverside Museum
Royal Highland Fusiliers
Scotland Street School Museum
Scottish Football Museum
Sma' Shot Cottages
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
Victoria Park Fossil Grove

Libraries in Torrance

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Airdrie Library0.0
Airdrie Public Library & Observatory0.0
Anniesland Library0.0
Baillieston Library0.0
Balfron Library0.0
Barmulloch Community Centre and Library0.0
Barrhead Library0.0
Bearsden Library0.0
Blantyre Library0.0
Bothwell Library0.0
Bridgeton Library0.0
Burnbank Library0.0
Busby Library0.0
Cambuslang Library0.0
Cardonald Library0.0
Castlemilk Library0.0
Clarkston Library0.0
Condorrat Library0.0
Couper Institute Library0.0
Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre0.0
Cumbernauld Library0.0
Dalmuir Library0.0
Dennistoun Library0.0
Doune Library0.0
Drymen Library0.0
Dunblane Library0.0
Duntocher Library0.0
Eaglesham Library0.0
East Kilbride Library0.0
Elder Park Library0.0
Erskine Library0.0
Ferguslie 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
Glenburn 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
Kilsyth Library0.0
Knightswood Library0.0
Langside Library0.0
Larkhall Library0.0
Leighton Library0.0
Lennoxtown Library0.0
Lenzie Library0.0
Library @ The Bridge0.0
Library at GoMA0.0
Main Street Library0.0
Maryhill Library0.0
Mearns Library0.0
Milngavie Library & Community Education Centre0.0
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
Neilston Library0.0
Paisley Central Library0.0
Parkhead Library0.0
Partick Library0.0
Pollokshaws Library0.0
Possilpark Library & Learning Centre0.0
Renfrew Library0.0
Riddrie Library0.0
Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre0.0
Royston Library0.0
Rutherglen Library0.0
Shettleston Library0.0
Springburn Library0.0
St Leonards Library & Community Hall0.0
Stepps Cultural Centre & Library0.0
Thornliebank Community Library0.0
Uddingston Library0.0
University of Glasgow Library0.0
University of Strathclyde Library0.0
Westerton Hall and Library0.0
William Patrick Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Torrance

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

Restaurants in Torrance

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Stables

Cafes in Torrance

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Balmore Coach House

Dentists in Torrance

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #783844402

Golf Courses in Torrance

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Balmore Golf Club
Bishopbriggs Golf Range
Cawder Golf Club
Hayston Golf Club

Breweries in Torrance

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

Stadiums & Teams in Torrance

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Torrance

3 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 — — —
Glencoe Mountain Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Torrance

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Blair Drummond Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip—Small Airport
Carlung Farm—Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport—Small Airport
Dollar airstrip—Small Airport
East Lochlane Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip—Small Airport
Kilkerran UL—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
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 Torrance

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calton Athletic Recovery Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in Torrance

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cadder Parish Church
St. Dominic's
Torrance 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 Torrance

What is the population of Torrance?

Torrance has a population of 2,370 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 83.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Torrance expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,849, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $330,915 (17% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,421 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Torrance?

Torrance 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 Torrance?

Torrance has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,093. There are 216 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Torrance?

The median home value in Torrance is $330,915. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,421. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Torrance?

50.0% of adults in Torrance 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 Torrance?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

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