The South of Scotland – Key Statistics Sources, various Sources, various Sources, various Sources, various
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15% of Scotland’s Land Mass (11,000 km2), 250km Coast to Coast
Diverse and attractive landscape – including 1,068km Coastline
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Predominately rural – only Home to 264,000 people – 4 towns over 10,000 people 5% of Scotland’s population and 24 people per sqkm vs 132 per sqkm Scotland average
133,248 dwellings Sources, various
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Self contained region – 86% of residents live and work in the region
More than 12,000 businesses operating, with a combined turnover of c.£10bn
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91% of businesses have fewer than ten employees
19% of those in employment are self-employed vs 12% for Scotland
Our region is central in the UK and close to key markets