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Westhill, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Westhill is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 11,600. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
11,600 Population 4/sq mi density
417 ft Elevation 127 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
32.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population11,600
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units4,640

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation417 ft (127 m)

Education

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

Community

Population11,600
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Coordinates57.1526°, -2.2797°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation32.2 inches (819 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Westhill

Westhill is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 11,600. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet (127 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Westhill has a population of 11,600 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,274.5 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

11,600
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,274.5mi²
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

Westhill vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Westhill is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,056 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Westhill vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,056

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Westhill is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,640 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units4,640

Property Tax

Climate in Westhill

Westhill has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.3° 67.9
Feb 4.2°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7° 59.6
Mar 5.6°C / 42°F 2.3° / 8.9° 55.7
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F 3.9° / 11° 57.9
May 9.8°C / 50°F 6° / 13.7° 53.5
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9° / 16.1° 69.4
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10.9° / 18.3° 70.7
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.1° 67.8
Sep 12.5°C / 55°F 9.1° / 15.9° 60.2
Oct 9.4°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.3° 101.4
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 3.6° / 8.9° 92.8
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.5° 78.6
Westhill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 417 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area3,274.5 sq mi (8,480.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates57.1526°N, 2.2797°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.2"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.39"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 28, 1995.

Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 95 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in
March 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in
April 44°F (6°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in

Westhill has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (2.1").

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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 Density4/sq mi
Total Area3,274.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Westhill

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Skene School
Westhill Academy
Crombie School
Elrick School
Westhill Primary School
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Radio Stations near Westhill

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greatest Hits Non-Stop MP3 160 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3
Radio North Angus MP3 48 kbps
Mearns FM MP3 96 kbps
Pure Beat Radio MP3 320 kbps
Original 106 adult contemporary, pop music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Westhill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Banchory Museum
Blairs Museum
Blairs Museum
Carnegie Inverurie Museum
Garioch Heritage Centre
King's Museum
King's Museum
Pitmedden Garden & Museum of Farming Life
Provost Skene's House
Provost Skene's House
Tarves Heritage Project
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Zoology Museum
Zoology Museum

Libraries in Westhill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Advocates Library and Committee Room0.0
Airyhall Library0.0
Balmedie Library0.0
Bridge of Don Library0.0
Bucksburn Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
City of Aberdeen Central Library0.0
Cove Library0.0
Cults Library0.0
Dyce Library0.0
Ellon Library0.0
Kemnay Library0.0
Kincorth Library0.0
Kintore Library0.0
Mastrick Library0.0
Newmachar Library0.0
Newtonhill Library0.0
Northfield Library0.0
Peterculter Library0.0
Portlethen Library0.0
Sir Duncan Rice Library0.0
Stonehaven Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Tillydrone Library0.0
Tillydrone Library0.0
University Library0.0
University of Aberdeen Medical Library0.0
University of Aberdeen Medical Library0.0
Westhill Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Hotels in Westhill

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton by Hilton Aberdeen Westhill
Holiday Inn Aberdeen West
Premier Inn

Restaurants in Westhill

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ciao Bella
Da Giorgio Trattoria
Duncano's
Lasan
Luigi's
Yan Oriental Restaurant

Cafes in Westhill

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bothy 57
Costa
Green Pastures Cafe
Starbucks

Zoos in Westhill

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wynford Farm Park

Dentists in Westhill

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Abercrombie Smile Design
Westhill Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Westhill

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Town and Country Veterinary Group

Gas Stations in Westhill

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tesco Petrol Station
Westhill Service Station

Shopping Malls in Westhill

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashdale Shopping Centre
Westhill Shopping Centre

Golf Courses in Westhill

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dunecht House Golf Club
Westhill Golf Club

Breweries in Westhill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brewdog DogTap
Deeside Brewery
House of Botanicals
House of Botanicals

Stadiums & Teams in Westhill

TeamLeagueDivision
Balmoral Stadium
Pittodrie Stadium

Ski Resorts Near Westhill

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Garthdee Ski Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Westhill

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Aboyne AirfieldSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Boyndie AirstripSmall Airport
Easter Nether Cabra Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hatton AirstripSmall Airport
Insch AirstripSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
LaurencekirkSmall Airport
Longside AirfieldSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Netherley Private AirstripSmall Airport
Old MeldrumSmall Airport
Pittodrie-HouseSmall Airport
Whiterashes Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Westhill

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Westhill Post Office

Treatment Centers in Westhill

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohol & Drugs Action
Timmermarket Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Westhill

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Trinity Church
Westhill Community 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 Westhill

What is the population of Westhill?

Westhill has a population of 11,600 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,274.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Westhill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Westhill?

Westhill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.2 inches.

How is the job market in Westhill?

Westhill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 1,056 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Westhill?

The median home value in Westhill is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Westhill?

50.0% of adults in Westhill 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 Westhill?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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