Geography Aberdeen

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Geography

Aberdeen extends to 71.22 square miles (184.46 km), and includes the former burghs of Old Aberdeen, New Aberdeen, Woodside and the Royal Burgh of Torry to the south of River Dee. The city is built on many hills, with the original beginnings of the city growing from Castle Hill and St. Catherine's Hill.

1) Climate
Aberdeen is far milder than one might expect for its northern location. During the winter, especially throughout December, the daylength is very short. As summer begins, the days will be around 18 hours long. Temperatures at this time of year will be hovering around 17 C during the day.

2) Demographics
Population: 202,370 The population density of Aberdeen is 2819 square miles (1,089 km) Male & Female ratio : 49% M 51% F Less young people in Aberdeen, with 16.4 % under 16 Religion: The last census revealed that Aberdeen is the least religious city in Scotland, with nearly 43 % of people claiming to have no religion.

Aberdeenshire
Is one of the 32 unitary council areas in Scotland and a lieutenancy area.

The six largest towns in Aberdeenshire: Peterhead Fraserburgh Inverurie Stonehaven Westhill

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