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Vale of Leven, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Vale of Leven is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 24,640. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
24,640 Population 255/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
66.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,814 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,814 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$157,561 home value, $1,270/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population24,640
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density255/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,814
Per Capita$50,814
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,561
Rent$1,270
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units9,856

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain66.5 in/yr
Sunny Days194/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

Population24,640
Population Density255 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates55.9713°, -4.5793°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation66.5 inches (1,688 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$50,814
Median Age40.6 years

About Vale of Leven

Vale of Leven is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 24,640. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Vale of Leven has a population of 24,640 with a density of 255 people per square mile, spread across 96.5 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

24,640
Total Population
255
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
96.5mi²
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

Vale of Leven vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Vale of Leven is $50,814, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,814 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $977, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,242 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Vale of Leven vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$50,814
32% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,814
Avg Weekly Wage$977

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)2,242

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Vale of Leven is $157,561, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,270 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 9,856 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,561
44% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,270
9% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units9,856

Property Tax

Climate in Vale of Leven

Vale of Leven has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.2°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1331 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.1°C / 38°F -3.2° / 9.7° 105.8
Feb 4.1°C / 39°F -3.4° / 9.8° 132.4
Mar 4.8°C / 41°F -2° / 11.9° 107.6
Apr 6.6°C / 44°F -1.8° / 15.3° 64.6
May 10.2°C / 50°F 1.8° / 19.9° 86.5
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 5.4° / 22.3° 81.1
Jul 14.2°C / 58°F 7.4° / 23.4° 115.3
Aug 14.1°C / 57°F 7° / 23° 124.8
Sep 12°C / 54°F 4° / 21° 102.0
Oct 8.9°C / 48°F 1.7° / 14.9° 152.1
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F -1° / 12.4° 116.9
Dec 3.8°C / 39°F -2.3° / 10.7° 142.4
Vale of Leven experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 194 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days194 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area96.5 sq mi (250.0 km²)
Population Density255/sq mi
Coordinates55.9713°N, 4.5793°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.5"
75% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.34"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 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 M3.8 120 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 91 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 120 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 149 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 106 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 24 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 114 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 113 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 25 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 92 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 64 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 35 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 148 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 54 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 24 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 76 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 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 5.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 5.8 in

Vale of Leven has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (2.8").

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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 Density255/sq mi
Total Area96.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Vale of Leven

17 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
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

Museums in Vale of Leven

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Balloch Steam Slipway
Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery
Geilston Garden
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre
Hill House
McLean Museum and Art Gallery
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries
Renfrew Museum
Scottish Submarine Centre
Sma' Shot Cottages
Victoria Park Fossil Grove
Weaver's Cottage

Libraries in Vale of Leven

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Balfron Library0.0
Balloch Library0.0
Barrhead Library0.0
Bearsden Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bishopton Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Cardonald Library0.0
Cardross Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Dalmuir Library0.0
Drymen Library0.0
Dumbarton Library0.0
Duntocher Library0.0
Erskine Library0.0
Ferguslie Library0.0
Foxbar Library0.0
Glenburn Library0.0
Johnstone Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Knightswood Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Mearns Library0.0
Neilston Library0.0
New Tweedie Hall and Library0.0
Paisley Central Library0.0
Renfrew Library0.0
Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre0.0
Watt Memorial Library0.0
Westerton Hall and Library0.0

Stadiums & Teams in Vale of Leven

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Vale of Leven

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 Vale of Leven

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Cumbernauld AirportSmall Airport
East Lochlane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Stonehill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vale of Leven

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Renton Trinity 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 Vale of Leven

What is the population of Vale of Leven?

Vale of Leven has a population of 24,640 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 255 people per square mile, spread across 96.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Vale of Leven expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,814, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,561 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Vale of Leven?

Vale of Leven has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Vale of Leven?

Vale of Leven has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $977. There are 2,242 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Vale of Leven?

The median home value in Vale of Leven is $157,561. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,270. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Vale of Leven?

50.0% of adults in Vale of Leven 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 Vale of Leven?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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