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Sandwick
City in Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
Overview
Sandwick is a picturesque village on the Mainland of Orkney, known for its seaside charm, pastoral landscapes, and deep-rooted history. With a small, close-knit community and easy access to some of Orkney's most famous archaeological sites, it offers an authentic island experience.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
Orkney Islands
Population
1,217
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
58.79°, -2.98°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
97
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,750
Local Cost
$1,125
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
9.2°C
Summer Avg
12.6°C
Winter Avg
6.1°C
Record High
21.4°C
Record Low
-1.0°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1109 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
FLH
Distance
11 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
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 71/100.
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