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Oban
City in Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
Overview
Oban, known as the 'Gateway to the Isles', is a charming coastal town famed for its fresh seafood, whisky distillery, and stunning Hebridean views. Its lively harbor, Victorian architecture, and friendly atmosphere make it a favorite stop for travelers exploring western Scotland.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
Argyll and Bute
Population
8,490
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
56.42°, -5.47°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,648
Local Cost
$1,568
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
8.3°C
Summer Avg
12.9°C
Winter Avg
4.2°C
Record High
23.5°C
Record Low
-7.7°C
Humidity
89%
Precipitation
1809 mm
Internet Speed
31 Mbps
Upload
8 Mbps
Latency
38 ms
City Vibrancy
37
Coworking
0
Cafes
17
Nightlife
10
Parks
10
Transport
74
Walk Score
74
Footways
147.0
Airport
OBN
Distance
7 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 27 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 82/100.
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