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Benbecula

City in Outer Hebrides, United Kingdom

Overview

Benbecula is a serene island in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland, connecting North and South Uist via causeways. It offers rugged coastal scenery, traditional Gaelic culture, and a laid-back pace of life perfect for unwinding and outdoor adventures.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
Outer Hebrides
Population
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
57.45°, -7.34°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
90
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,120
Local Cost
$1,150
Local Income
$2,000
Cashless
65
English
100
Temperature
10.0°C
Summer Avg
13.0°C
Winter Avg
7.5°C
Record High
19.9°C
Record Low
-0.1°C
Humidity
83%
Precipitation
1355 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
2.0
Airport
BEB
Distance
4 km

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 68/100.

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