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Winchburgh, United Kingdom
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Winchburgh is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,500. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Winchburgh
Winchburgh is a town in Scotland. It is located approximately ten miles west of the city centre of Edinburgh, six miles east of Linlithgow and three miles northeast of Broxburn.
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| Population | 2,500 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.9580°, -3.4646° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,193 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $50,970 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Winchburgh
Winchburgh is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,500. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Winchburgh vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Winchburgh vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,970 |
| 32% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,970 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 228 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $281,823 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,274 |
| 10% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 1,000 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 182.1 sq mi (471.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.9580°N, 3.4646°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in |
Winchburgh has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Total Area | 182.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Winchburgh
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgend Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Winchburgh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sinclair Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Winchburgh Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Family Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hawkhill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Winchburgh
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CareSound Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| Radio ENRG | alternative, edinburgh | MP3 | |
| 242 RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EHFM | community radio, edinburgh | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio GH | folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Winchburgh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Almond Valley Heritage Centre | ||||
| Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Bennie Museum | ||||
| Bo'ness Motor Museum | ||||
| Broxburn Community Museum | ||||
| Burntisland Heritage Exhibition | ||||
| Culross Palace | ||||
| Dollar Museum | ||||
| Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store | ||||
| Forth Bridges Light House Museum | ||||
| Heart of Midlothian Museum | ||||
| Heriot Watt Museum | ||||
| Inchcolm Museum | ||||
| Kinneil Museum | ||||
| Linlithgow Museum | ||||
| Museum of Communication | ||||
| Museum of Scottish Railways | ||||
| Queensferry Museum | ||||
| Scottish Vintage Bus Museum | ||||
| The Maltings | ||||
| The Wee Museum of Memory | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in Winchburgh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Almondbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balerno Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balgreen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Benarty Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bo'ness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burntisland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Smail Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardenden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carmondean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colinton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corstorphine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowdenbeath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Currie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalgety Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dollar Civic Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Duloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fountainbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Granton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverkeithing Library and Heritage Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Jennie Lee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kelty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkliston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanthorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linlithgow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxgangs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ratho Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sighthill Learning Resource Centre (LRC) | 0.0 | |||||
| Sighthill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Queensferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Drumbrae Library Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lex Davidson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valleyfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Lothian Local History Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wester Hailes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Winchburgh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balerno Farmer's Market | |||||
| The Pitt | |||||
| The Pitt |
Cafes in Winchburgh
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Winchburgh
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Winchburgh
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Winchburgh
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Winchburgh
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Winchburgh
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Winchburgh
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Winchburgh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alechemy | ||||
| Edinburgh Beer Factory | ||||
| Edinburgh Beer Factory |
Stadiums & Teams in Winchburgh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Winchburgh
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Fortune Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsmuir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirriemuir Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midlem Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Winchburgh
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bridgend Post Office | |
| Winchburgh Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Winchburgh
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ABC4D Antenatal Babyscan Clinic | ||
| Allingham Physiotherapy | ||
| Corstorphine Footcare | ||
| Dance Podiatry/Chiropody | ||
| Edinburgh Sports Injury Clinic | ||
| Minor Injuries Unit | ||
| Pennywell Resource Centre | ||
| Wight Chiropractic Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Winchburgh
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Philomena's Catholic Church | |
| Winchburgh Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Winchburgh?
Winchburgh has a population of 2,500 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Winchburgh expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,970, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $281,823 (0% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,274 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Winchburgh?
Winchburgh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Winchburgh?
Winchburgh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $980. There are 228 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Winchburgh?
The median home value in Winchburgh is $281,823. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,274. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Winchburgh?
50.0% of adults in Winchburgh 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 Winchburgh?
90% of residents speak only English at home.