Perth and Kinross: population and statistics
Perth and Kinross has a population of 154,930 (2025) across 5,383.8 km², or 28.8 people per km². It ranks 169 of 361 local authorities by population. Its population is growing: +4.3% between 2015 and 2025.
- 154,930 residents
- 5,383.8 km²
- 29 people/km²
Perth and Kinross in numbers
Population of Perth and Kinross over time
Perth and Kinross had 148,490 residents in 2015 and 154,930 in 2025.
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 149,410 |
| 2021 | 150,700 |
| 2022 | 151,130 |
| 2023 | 153,180 |
| 2024 | 154,490 |
| 2025 | 154,930 |
All indicators for Perth and Kinross
Value for the area, then the regional average and the UK median (for counts: regional and UK totals). The gauge places the area between the lowest and highest value in the UK.
Population
| Indicator | Perth and Kinross | Scotland | UK | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Share of residents aged 65 and over (2025) | 25.6% | 21.0% | 20.4% | ranked 64 of 361 | |
| Share of residents aged under 16 (2025) | 15.2% | 15.8% | 17.4% | ranked 314 of 361 |
Housing
| Indicator | Perth and Kinross | Scotland | UK | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average house price (2026) | £229,180 | £200,272 | £272,474 | ranked 233 of 360 | |
| House price change over 12 months (2026) | −1.4% | 3.0% | 2.2% | ranked 306 of 360 |
Economy
| Indicator | Perth and Kinross | Scotland | UK | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business sites (local units) (2026) | 7,405 sites | 219,565 | 3,232,440 | ranked 163 of 361 | |
| Business sites per 1,000 residents (2026) | 47.8 per 1,000 | 39.6 per 1,000 | 44.4 per 1,000 | ranked 138 of 361 | |
| Registered businesses (enterprises) (2026) | 6,235 businesses | 176,000 | 2,786,975 | ranked 166 of 361 | |
| Median annual pay, full-time residents (gross) (2025) | £39,934 | £39,890 | £38,490 | ranked 141 of 348 |
Jobs
| Indicator | Perth and Kinross | Scotland | UK | Position | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employment rate, aged 16-64 (2025-2026) | 76.0% | 74.5% | 76.3% | ranked 178 of 347 | |
| Out-of-work benefit claimants, share of residents aged 16-64 (2026) | 2.4% | 3.2% | 3.2% | ranked 278 of 361 |
Key points
Among the 32 local authorities in Scotland, Perth and Kinross ranks 12 by population.
Share of residents aged under 16: 15.2% in Perth and Kinross, compared with an average of 15.8% in Scotland and 17.7% across the UK.
House price change over 12 months: −1.4% in Perth and Kinross, compared with an average of 3.0% in Scotland and 1.9% across the UK.
Largest business sector: Wholesale and retail trade, with 15.3% of the area's business sites.
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Business sectors: Perth and Kinross
Share of each sector in total business sites; “×1.5” means the sector is 1.5 times more common than across the UK.
- Wholesale and retail trade15.3% ×1.0
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing13.2% ×3.0
- Construction12.6% ×1.0
- Professional, scientific and technical11.5% ×0.8
- Accommodation and food services9.3% ×1.3
- Administrative and support services6.6% ×0.8
- Health and social work5.0% ×0.9
- Manufacturing4.1% ×0.9
Where is Perth and Kinross?
Frequently asked questions
What is the population of Perth and Kinross?
Perth and Kinross has 154,930 residents (2025), ranking 169 of 361 local authorities.
How big is Perth and Kinross?
Perth and Kinross covers 5,383.8 km², with a density of 29 people per km².
Is the population of Perth and Kinross growing?
Between 2015 and 2025, the population of Perth and Kinross went from 148,490 to 154,930, a change of +4.3%.
Where is Perth and Kinross?
Perth and Kinross is in Scotland (region). Latitude 56.417, longitude −3.483.
Share of residents aged under 16: what is the figure for Perth and Kinross?
In Perth and Kinross, “Share of residents aged under 16” stands at 15.2% (2025), ranking 314 of 361 local authorities; the UK median is 17.4%.
House price change over 12 months: what is the figure for Perth and Kinross?
In Perth and Kinross, “House price change over 12 months” stands at −1.4% (2026), ranking 306 of 360 local authorities; the UK median is 2.2%.
Which local authorities border Perth and Kinross?
The nearest to Perth and Kinross are Fife (25 km), Clackmannanshire (32 km), Dundee City (35 km), Angus (44 km), Falkirk (50 km).