falkirk FK3 Postcodes

Falkirk (FK3)

The FK3 postcode area is located in the Falkirk postcode town region, within the county of Stirlingshire, and contains a total of 612 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the FK3 postcode area, including Alloa, Alva, Bonnybridge, Callander, Clackmannan, Crianlarich, Denny, Dollar, Doune, Dunblane, Falkirk, Grangemouth, Killin, Larbert, Lochearnhead, Menstrie, Stirling, Tillicoultry which come under the local authority of the Falkirk Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in FK3 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 FK3 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

FK3 postcode is located in the Falkirk district of Scotland. It is one of the 14 postcode areas in Falkirk district and covers a total of 12 post towns, all located within the Stirling council area. It lies to the north-east of Falkirk itself and includes the towns of Causewayhead, Dunipace, Laurieston, Stenhousemuir, and Carronshore.

Residents of the FK3 postcode will enjoy easy access to a number of amenities and leisure activities. One of the major attractions in the area is Callendar Park, which also contains Callendar House, a Gothic-style mansion with its own museum. There are a number of other attractions like The Helix, an artificial lake with a large parklands and visitor centre; and The Falkirk Wheel, a rotating boat lift which links the canals of the Forth and Clyde Canal and the Union Canal.

The area is well connected by road links. The M9 motorway runs by the district, providing direct access to Edinburgh and Glasgow which are both approximately forty minutes away. Falkirk Grahamston station, a major rail link between Glasgow and Edinburgh, also falls within the FK3 postcode.

FK3 postcode is served by a range of shops, including large supermarkets, local newsagents and convenience stores. It is also home to a handful of traditional pubs, popular takeaways and restaurants. The Howgate Shopping Centre is a large retail complex close to the centre of Falkirk which houses shops, eateries, banks, and a large Sainsbury's store.

The district is served by a number of schools, including Callendar Park Primary, St Joseph's RC Primary, Dunipace Primary, and Graeme High School. There are a few hospitals and healthcare facilities located in and around Falkirk, such as Larbert Primary Care Centre, Falkirk Community Hospital, and Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

The area is a popular with homebuyers due to its stunning scenery, proximity to amenities, and good transport links. Property prices tend to be still more affordable relative to other areas in central Scotland.

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