edinburgh EH46 Postcodes

Edinburgh (EH46)

The EH46 postcode area is located in the Edinburgh postcode town region, within the county of Borders, and contains a total of 123 individual postcodes.

There are 36 electoral wards in the EH46 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 Scottish Borders Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in EH46 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 EH46 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

EH46 is a postcode district located in Edinburgh, Scotland, comprising of Battleby, Strathleven and Stronend. It is located to the south east of the city, and is surrounded by postcodes such as EH47, EH48 and EH47.

Within the EH46 postcode is the small settlement of Battleby, which borders the River Braan on the outskirts of the Edinburgh city boundary. It is known as a conservation village, as a significant amount of greenery is contained within the village and surrounding area. Strathleven is also found within the postcode district and forms part of the village of Gartmore. Stronend is the third settlement contained within the EH46 area, and is situated near the edge of the Ochil Hills.

Due to its rural location, transport links are limited within EH46. The closest railway station is in the nearby postcode of EH47, at Broughty, where trains to the capital depart on a regular basis. There are also a few local bus services, which go to nearby towns, such as Stirling. For those without access to public transport, there are a number of taxi services operating in the area.

On the outskirts of EH46 are a number of woodland trails, allowing visitors to explore the surrounding countryside and take in the views. The area is also home to some historic sites, including the Battleby Castle, Glendevon Castle and Falkland Palace Park and Garden.

Housing in the EH46 postcode is mainly made up of privately owned properties, with a few holiday homes also present. A number of small businesses and shops also operate in the area, meeting the needs of the local population. Education is taken care of by the nearby schools in Stirling and Perth, with a number of nurseries also providing childcare in the EH46 area.

Nearby there are some small local pubs and restaurants, as well as a few cafes, offering a chance to sample the local delicacies and also to enjoy Scottish hospitality. For retail therapy, the nearby towns of Falkirk and Stirling provide a few shops, and there are some local markets which take place in Falkirk.

The surrounding landscape of EH46 contains rolling hills, open fields, rivers and a mountain stream, offering some breathtaking outdoor activities in an unspoilt atmosphere. The area plays host to various outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing and golf, making it an ideal location for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.

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