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West Kilbride, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

West Kilbride is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,760. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
4,760 Population 7/sq mi density
167 ft Elevation 51 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
53.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,196 Median Income
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Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,196 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$165,301 home value, $1,280/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About West Kilbride

West Kilbride

West Kilbride is a village and historic parish in North Ayrshire, Scotland, on the west coast by the Firth of Clyde, looking across the Firth of Clyde to Goat Fell and the Isle of Arran. West Kilbride and adjoining districts of Seamill and Portencross are generally considered to be a small town, having a combined population of 4,393 at the 2001 census.

People

Population4,760
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density7/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,196
Per Capita$51,196
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,301
Rent$1,280
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,904

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

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

Community

Population4,760
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Coordinates55.6900°, -4.8577°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation53.3 inches (1,354 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$51,196
Median Age40.6 years

About West Kilbride

West Kilbride is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 4,760. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

West Kilbride has a population of 4,760 with a density of 7 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 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

4,760
Total Population
7
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
732.0mi²
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

West Kilbride vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in West Kilbride is $51,196, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,196 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $985, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 433 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Kilbride vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$51,196
32% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$51,196
Avg Weekly Wage$985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)433

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in West Kilbride is $165,301, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,280 (10% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,904 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,301
41% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,280
10% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,904

Property Tax

West Kilbride experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates55.6900°N, 4.8577°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.3"
40% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.10"
Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 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 M3.8 139 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 84 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 99 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 60 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 132 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 101 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 85 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 84 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 70 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 42 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 M2.5 111 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 41°F (5°C) 6.1 in Wettest
February 40°F (5°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 4.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in
December 42°F (5°C) 5.9 in

West Kilbride has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and May 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 Density7/sq mi
Total Area732.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in West Kilbride

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
West Kilbride Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near West Kilbride

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Johnstone Sound — MP3 320 kbps
Quality Radio — MP3
Impact-Digital-Radio — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in West Kilbride

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Big Idea
Bute Museum
Cartoon Exhibition
Kelburn Museum
Largs Museum
Museum of the Cumbraes
North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Scottish Maritime Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop
Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum
Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum
West Kilbride Museum

Libraries in West Kilbride

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beith Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Largs Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Rothesay Library0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
Troon Library0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Hotels in West Kilbride

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seamill House Hotel
Seamill Hydro
The Waterside

Restaurants in West Kilbride

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cita Bar and Grill

Cafes in West Kilbride

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ayrshire Tea House
Cherry Orchard

Castles in West Kilbride

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hunterston Castle
Law Castle
Portencross Castle

Veterinaries in West Kilbride

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ivybank Vets - West Kilbride

Train Stations in West Kilbride

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

West Kilbride

Golf Courses in West Kilbride

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The West Kilbride Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in West Kilbride

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near West Kilbride

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 West Kilbride

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip—Small Airport
Bute Airfield—Small Airport
Carlung Farm—Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip—Small Airport
Kildalloig Airstrip—Small Airport
Kilkerran UL—Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield—Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Kilbride

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bill Penny Hall
Saint Brides Church
West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride

What is the population of West Kilbride?

West Kilbride has a population of 4,760 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 732.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is West Kilbride expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,196, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,301 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,280 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in West Kilbride?

West Kilbride has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches.

How is the job market in West Kilbride?

West Kilbride has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $985. There are 433 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Kilbride?

The median home value in West Kilbride is $165,301. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,280. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in West Kilbride?

50.0% of adults in West Kilbride 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 West Kilbride?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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Ardrossan, SCT 10,930 pop · 3.4 mi Fairlie, SCT 1,440 pop · 4.6 mi Saltcoats, SCT 12,800 pop · 4.7 mi Millport, SCT 1,280 pop · 5.1 mi Stevenston, SCT 9,290 pop · 5.4 mi Dalry, SCT 5,560 pop · 5.5 mi Isle of Cumbrae, SCT 1,434 pop · 6.0 mi Kilwinning, SCT 16,420 pop · 6.4 mi Largs, SCT 11,340 pop · 7.3 mi Kilbirnie, SCT 7,520 pop · 7.8 mi Irvine, SCT 34,130 pop · 9.3 mi Beith, SCT 6,170 pop · 9.5 mi Dreghorn, SCT 3,640 pop · 10.8 mi Lochwinnoch, SCT 2,900 pop · 11.4 mi
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