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Barra
City in Outer Hebrides, United Kingdom
Overview
Barra is a remote island in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, celebrated for its dramatic landscapes, sandy beaches, and lively Gaelic culture. Its small villages offer a blend of local charm and unique attractions, including the famous beach airport.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
Outer Hebrides
Population
—
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
56.98°, -7.46°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
95
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,000
Local Cost
$1,270
Local Income
$1,850
Cashless
60
English
100
Temperature
10.2°C
Summer Avg
13.2°C
Winter Avg
7.7°C
Record High
19.2°C
Record Low
0.3°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1379 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
BRR
Distance
5 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 2025-12-09.
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 65/100.
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