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Scalloway
City in Shetland Islands, United Kingdom
Overview
Scalloway is a charming fishing village on the Shetland Islands, known for its rich Viking heritage, historical castle, and stunning harbor views. The tight-knit community and beautiful natural surroundings make it an inviting destination for those seeking tranquility and history.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
Shetland Islands
Population
1,240
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
60.14°, -1.28°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
93
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
97
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,108
Local Cost
$1,310
Local Income
$2,100
Cashless
82
English
100
Temperature
9.1°C
Summer Avg
12.3°C
Winter Avg
6.6°C
Record High
17.4°C
Record Low
-0.7°C
Humidity
84%
Precipitation
1111 mm
Internet Speed
62 Mbps
Upload
15 Mbps
Latency
38 ms
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
16
Walk Score
16
Footways
31.0
Airport
LWK
Distance
6 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 74/100.
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