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Vale of Leven

City in West Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom

Overview

The Vale of Leven is a scenic area in West Dunbartonshire, northwest of Glasgow, known for its close proximity to Loch Lomond. It offers a blend of charming towns, riverside walks, and access to some of Scotland's most iconic natural beauty. Ideal for those looking for quieter local life with access to outdoor activities.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Council Area
West Dunbartonshire
Population
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
55.97°, -4.58°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
65
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,238
Local Cost
$1,350
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
7.9°C
Summer Avg
13.2°C
Winter Avg
3.1°C
Record High
26.7°C
Record Low
-8.1°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
1379 mm
City Vibrancy
7
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
27
Walk Score
27
Footways
54.0
Airport
GLA
Distance
14 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 65/100.

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