WHY WEST LOTHIAN?
KEY FACTS
There are a number of local and national data sources which provide valuable insight into the performance of the West Lothian economy. This section of the website highlights the key indicators of the health of the West Lothian economy, drawn from those sources.
Key indicators of the economy show that West Lothian has one of the fastest-growing and youngest populations in Scotland and is home to an extensive business base with almost 76,000 jobs in the area.
Population
| Population | 186,440 |
| Area | 42,733 hectares |
| Households | 81,645 |
| Businesses | 4,610 |
| Private Sector Jobs | 62,344 |
| Total Jobs | 84,000 |
| Residents in Work | 87,400 |
| Average Wage Levels (Full-Time) (Workplace) | £19.74 per hour |
Residents by Location
|
Livingston |
57,785 |
| Bathgate | 22,188 |
| Broxburn and Uphall | 15,548 |
| Linlithgow | 13,170 |
| Whitburn (inc. Heartlands) | 13,612 |
| Armadale | 11,228 |
| East Calder | 9,601 |
| Blackburn | 5,598 |
| Fauldhouse |
4,509 |
Affordable Business Property
Considerable savings can be made on the cost of city centre business accommodation. Existing space is available on flexible lease terms or we can fast track you to purpose-built solutions. There are 30% lower property costs in West Lothian than in Edinburgh.
WEST LOTHIAN ECONOMIC INVESTMENT PLAN 2025 - 2035
The West Lothian Economic Investment Plan 2025 - 2035 sets out a framework on how the council and its partners aim to maximise the economic competitiveness of West Lothian and its contribution to the regional and national economies.
You can read the full plan below and view the supporting document here.
WEST LOTHIAN -
SCOTLAND’S HUB
Are you considering a new location for your business? With excellent transport links, a strong economy, highly skilled people and a quality lifestyle and working environment, West Lothian is the perfect location.