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Whiting Bay, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Whiting Bay is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 640. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
640 Population 1/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
58.4 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

Population640
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/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 Units256

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

Population640
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates55.4923°, -5.0972°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation58.4 inches (1,483 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Whiting Bay

Whiting Bay is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 640. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 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 58.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Whiting Bay has a population of 640 with a density of 1 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

640
Total Population
1
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

Whiting Bay vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Whiting Bay 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 58 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whiting Bay 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)58

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Whiting Bay 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 256 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 Units256

Property Tax

Whiting Bay 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 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area732.0 sq mi (1,895.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates55.4923°N, 5.0972°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.4"
54% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.57"
Driest Month (May) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 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 86 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 86 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 148 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 102 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 87 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 87 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 103 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 96 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 48 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 86 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 137 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 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 6.6 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 4.5 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 5.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.6 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 6.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 6.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 6.5 in

Whiting Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.6") and May the driest (3.0").

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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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area732.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Whiting Bay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kilmory Primary School
Whiting Bay Primary School
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Radio Stations near Whiting Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Whiting Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arran Heritage Museum
Coast Discovery Center
West Kilbride Museum

Libraries in Whiting Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arran Library and Brodick Hall0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Hotels in Whiting Bay

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kildonan Hotel
Lagg Hotel

Restaurants in Whiting Bay

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Layton's Restaurant
Trafalgar Restaurant

Cafes in Whiting Bay

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coast
The Coffee Pot
The Forest Of The Falls Cafe

Gas Stations in Whiting Bay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #4317544881

Golf Courses in Whiting Bay

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whiting Bay Golf Club

Breweries in Whiting Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Arran Brewery

Airports Near Whiting Bay

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Castle Kennedy AirfieldSmall Airport
Gigha AirfieldSmall Airport
Kildalloig AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Wigtown AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Whiting Bay

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kilmory Public Hall Post Office
Whiting Bay Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whiting Bay

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kilmory Parish Church

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Waterfalls
3
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 Whiting Bay

What is the population of Whiting Bay?

Whiting Bay has a population of 640 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 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 Whiting Bay 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 Whiting Bay?

Whiting Bay 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 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.4 inches.

How is the job market in Whiting Bay?

Whiting Bay 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 58 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Whiting Bay?

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

How are the schools in Whiting Bay?

50.0% of adults in Whiting Bay 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 Whiting Bay?

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

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