belfast BT48 Postcodes

Belfast (BT48)

The BT48 postcode area is located in the Belfast postcode town region, within the county of County Londonderry, and contains a total of 1452 individual postcodes.

There are -1 electoral wards in the BT48 postcode area, including which come under the local authority of the Derry Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in BT48 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 BT48 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The BT48 postcode is in the city of Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland. It covers the area of the South Ward of the city, which includes part of the historic walled city.

The BT48 postcode was first introduced in 1973 and encompasses neighborhoods such as Ebrington, Abercorn, Creggan, The Moor, Brandywell, Fountain, Bogside, and Windyhall, among others. It also covers the University of ULster's Magee campus.

The economy of the area fades between being predominantly residential and catering for the nearby hospital, the University of Ulster and offices. Tourist attractions such as the Bogside Murals, Museums, and the Peace Bridge can also be found in the BT48 postcode area.

Public transport links are provided by a number of bus services, including a Metro Service. The historic train station for the city, Waterside, is also located in the BT48 postcode, providing access to destinations across Northern Ireland via Northern Ireland Railways.

Famously, the Battle of the Bogside took place in the area during the summer of 1969, and the infamous Free Derry Corner is located in the BT48 postcode. The area often serves as the city's political and cultural centre, housing many murals and memorials commemorating key events in Northern Ireland's turbulent history.

In terms of educational opportunities, BT48 is served by five primary schools, two secondary schools and a sixth form college, as well as a campus of the North West Regional College. One of the city's renowned music schools, The Juno Street Music School, is also located in the area, catering to a wide array of budding musicians.

The local amenities are plentiful, with a wide selection of convenience stores, supermarkets, banks, post offices, and a number of newsagents, cafes and pubs. The area is also a popular destination for shopping, with several main retail outlets and local independent stores dotted around the streets.

Finally, BT48 is the home of a large sporting community, with clubs such as Derry City football club, Brandywell Harps, Ebrington Lurgan United, St Columb's Park F.C., Derry and Strabane Athletics Club and many others. Alongside this, there are also a plethora of parks and leisure centres located in the area, providing safe, fun activities for local children and families.

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