aberdeen AB54 Postcodes

Aberdeen (AB54)

The AB54 postcode area is located in the Aberdeen postcode town region, within the county of Aberdeenshire, and contains a total of 1043 individual postcodes.

There are 105 electoral wards in the AB54 postcode area, including Aberdeen, Aberlour, Aboyne, Alford, Ballater, Ballindalloch, Banchory, Banff, Buckie, Ellon, Fraserburgh, Huntly, Insch, Inverurie, Keith, Laurencekirk, Macduff, Milltimber, Peterculter, Peterhead, Stonehaven, Strathdon, Turriff, Westhill which come under the local authority of the Aberdeenshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in AB54 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of AB54 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The AB54 postcode is in the Aberdeen district of Scotland and covers a small area of Northern Aberdeenshire, around the towns of Turriff, Fyvie and Methlick.

The postcode was introduced in the early 1980s to make it easier to identify where mail was to be delivered by the Royal Mail. This area is mostly rural and off the beaten track, hence the lack of any major urban centres within this area.

Most of the area is rural and scattered with small villages and hamlets, with Turriff being the biggest village in the area. The typical range of amenities are available here including local shops and services, alongside pubs and restaurants. Fyvie and Methlick provide the area with churches, a local primary school, and a doctor's surgery.

Turriff and surrounding area is home to some picturesque villages like Newmachar, overlooking the river Ythan and is ideal for walking and cycling. Turriff also hosts its own traditional Highland games.

The AB54 postcode also includes the beautiful Drumdelgie Forest which is famous for its pheasant shooting and great walks through the woodland. The surrounding fields are also home to a rich variety of wildlife.

Another popular tourist destination found in the AB54 postcode is the ruined castle of Fyvie. This 13th century castle has been owned by a number of Scottish clans and often hosts events in its grounds.

The postcode area also includes a number of historic sites and monuments, including the Bishop's Pit Loch and the Bush of Cree.

The AB54 area is close to the larger cities of Aberdeen and Inverness, both of which can be reached easily via the train line through Insch.

AB54 postcode is an area of fairly typical Aberdeenshire villages and countryside, situated amongst some of Scotland's beautiful woodlands and coastal areas. It is home to a wide range of amenities, attractions and activities, making it an ideal spot to explore or simply enjoy the countryside.

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