edinburgh EH26 Postcodes

Edinburgh (EH26)

The EH26 postcode area is located in the Edinburgh postcode town region, within the county of Midlothian, and contains a total of 592 individual postcodes.

There are 30 electoral wards in the EH26 postcode area, including Balerno, Bathgate, Bo'Ness, Bonnyrigg, Broxburn, Currie, Dalkeith, Dunbar, East Linton, Edinburgh, Gorebridge, Gullane, Haddington, Heriot, Humbie, Innerleithen, Juniper Green, Kirkliston, Kirknewton, Lasswade, Linlithgow, Livingston, Loanhead, Longniddry, Musselburgh, Newbridge, North Berwick, Pathhead, Peebles, Penicuik, Prestonpans, Rosewell, Roslin, South Queensferry, Tranent, Walkerburn, West Calder, West Linton which come under the local authority of the Midlothian Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in EH26 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 EH26 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

EH26 postcode in the Edinburgh district is located on the south-eastern outskirts of the city, close to the M90 motorway. It also borders Livingston, West Lothian and East Lothian.

EH26 consists of a large number of diverse towns, villages and hamlets, including Currie, Balerno, Baberton and Juniper Green. The postcode also encompasses a large swathe of countryside and forestry land.

The area is a highly desirable place to live due to its close proximity to the city centre and its popular schooling, parks and trails. Currie, Balerno and Juniper Green are popular family destinations with Balerno Folk Festival taking place in the village each year.

EH26 is well served by public transport, with buses running to and from Edinburgh city centre with connections to other cities in the approach. The postcode is also on the Waverley train line which allows for an easy and comfortable commute.

The postcode is also a fantastic place for those looking for outdoor activities. There is a large forest which is managed by Forest Enterprise Scotland and offers walking trails and cycling routes. The area is also blessed with an abundance of parks and wildlife. The Iona and the Lammermuir Hills are located close by, making it an ideal spot for those looking for hiking trails.

Furthermore, the area is home to a wide range of shops and services. Currie High Street is the centre of retail in the district, offering a wide selection of convenience stores, cafes and restaurants. The Currie Kirk, a local landmark and venue for a variety of weekly events, also provides a communal hub for the area.

Aside from being a great place to live and work, there is also a wealth of historic sites to explore. The area was once a rural settlement situated along Roman roads and is now home to 800 years of built heritage. Libberton Loch, a famous Brethren of The Common Life site, is located in EH26 and provides a great place for finding tranquillity.

Many of these sites are accessible by the postcode's network of roads and paths, and with an ever increasing desire to explore Scotland's vast history, it makes for an ideal day out for those living in or visiting the EH26 postcode.

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