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Lanark
City in South Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Overview
Lanark is a charming market town in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, steeped in medieval history and surrounded by lush countryside. It offers a mix of historic sights, local shops, and access to the stunning Falls of Clyde and New Lanark World Heritage Site. The town's atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, and perfect for culture or nature lovers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
South Lanarkshire
Population
9,050
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.67°, -3.78°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
90
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,967
Local Cost
$1,310
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
82
English
100
Temperature
7.6°C
Summer Avg
13.1°C
Winter Avg
2.6°C
Record High
26.3°C
Record Low
-9.4°C
Humidity
91%
Precipitation
1256 mm
Internet Speed
69 Mbps
Upload
21 Mbps
Latency
53 ms
City Vibrancy
16
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
2
Parks
11
Transport
60
Walk Score
60
Footways
119.0
Airport
EDI
Distance
40 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 13 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 72/100.
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