Categories in Oban
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Oban
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Other accommodation | 321 | 27 years |
| Shopping other | 103 | 22 years |
| Restaurants | 93 | 16 years |
| Shopping | 92 | 24 years |
| Buses and trains | 58 | — |
| Corporate management | 58 | 33 years |
| Hotels and motels | 47 | — |
| Real estate | 43 | — |
| Tractors and farm equipment | 42 | — |
| Other membership organizations | 40 | — |
| Car repair | 36 | 20 years |
| Bed and breakfasts | 31 | — |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 31 | — |
Oban Facts
| Area | 1.9 km² |
| Population | 4,163 |
| Male Population | 2,044 (49.1%) |
| Female Population | 2,119 (50.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -24.7% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | -7.5% |
| Median Age | 40.2 years (Male: 38.4, Female: 41.9) |
| Area Codes | 1631 |
| Neighborhoods | Argyll, Town Centre, Dunbeg, Connel, Benderloch |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | British Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 56.41535, -5.47184 |
| Postal Codes | PA33, PA34, PA35, PA37, PA38, More |
Map of Oban
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Oban Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,525 | 4,864 | 4,502 | 4,207 | 4,163 | 4,007 | 3,849 |
| Population Density | 2,946.7 / km² | 2,594.1 / km² | 2,401.1 / km² | 2,243.7 / km² | 2,220.3 / km² | 2,137.1 / km² | 2,052.8 / km² |
Oban Population change from 2000 to 2020
Decrease of 7.5% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oban | -24.7% | -14.4% | -7.5% |
| United Kingdom | — | — | — |
Oban Median Age
Median Age: 40.2 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oban | 40.2 yrs | 41.9 yrs | 38.4 yrs |
| United Kingdom | 39.6 yrs | 40.6 yrs | 38.5 yrs |
Oban Population Density
Population Density: 2,220 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oban | 4,163 | 1.875 km² | 2,220 / km² |
| United Kingdom | 64.5 million | 247,916.6 km² | 260 / km² |
Oban Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 300 to 2100
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Oban
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Oban
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Oban
Postal Codes
Percentage of businesses by Postal Codes in Oban
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Oban
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Oban CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oban | 76,535 tn | 18.38 tn | 40,818.8 tons/km² |
| United Kingdom | 735,672,544 tn | 11.4 tn | 2,967.4 tons/km² |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 76,535 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 18.38 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 40,818.8 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Earthquake | Low (2) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/4/17 | 2:43 PM | 3.8 | 49.6 km | 7,070 m | 37km W of Fort William, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 1/23/11 | 6:02 AM | 3.5 | 49.2 km | 16,200 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 10/10/08 | 4:28 AM | 3.5 | 46.4 km | 12,500 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 12/10/05 | 11:21 PM | 3 | 49.6 km | 7,500 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 6/20/03 | 6:44 AM | 3 | 70.9 km | 5,000 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 5/3/98 | 2:12 AM | 3.5 | 53 km | 15,100 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 8/17/94 | 4:57 AM | 3.2 | 83.2 km | 5,000 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 1/26/90 | 1:42 PM | 3 | 61.7 km | 10,000 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 9/29/86 | 1:33 AM | 4.2 | 24.9 km | 10,000 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 1/30/86 | 10:32 AM | 3 | 63.3 km | 10,000 m | Scotland, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
Oban
(/ˈoʊbən/ OH-bən; An t-Òban in Scottish Gaelic meaning The Little Bay) is a resort town within the Argyll and Bute council area of Scotland. Despite its small size, it is the largest town between Helensburgh and Fort William. During the tourist sea..
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