kilmarnock KA18 Postcodes

Kilmarnock (KA18)

The KA18 postcode area is located in the Kilmarnock postcode town region, within the county of Ayrshire, and contains a total of 820 individual postcodes.

There are 51 electoral wards in the KA18 postcode area, including Ardrossan, Ayr, Beith, Cumnock, Dalry, Darvel, Galston, Girvan, Irvine, Isle Of Arran, Isle Of Cumbrae, Kilbirnie, Kilmarnock, Kilwinning, Largs, Mauchline, Maybole, Newmilns, Prestwick, Saltcoats, Stevenston, Troon, West Kilbride which come under the local authority of the East Ayrshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in KA18 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 KA18 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The KA18 postcode is within the Kilmarnock district of Scotland, and is located in the North Ayrshire unitary authority. Historically, it was part of the district of Cunninghame, one of the 33 historic local government areas of Scotland. Kilmarnock is a town located in Ayrshire and is the largest urban area in the area.

KA18 covers a range of post towns, including Kilmarnock, Darvel, Crosshouse and Newmilns. It contains mostly rural villages, with a population of approximately 6,700 people. Within the postcode are some settlements such as Crosshouse, Newmilns, Darvel, Galston, Knockentiber, Riccarton, Sorn and Netherthird. It consists of small hamlets, farmsteads, scattered dwellings and residences.

The main features of the area include lush countryside, with an abundance of wildlife and nature-filled scenery. KA18 is also home to numerous historic churches, including the ruin of Sorn Parish Church and Whitelees Church, as well as the Galston Parish Church and the 18th century Darvel Parish Church. There are also plenty of recreational sites such as the Sorn Castle Estate and Galston Gorge, Crookedholm Golf Course, Newmilns Bowling greens, and the Skerrington Riding School.

The Kilmarnock area has a long tradition of agriculture and has a history of area serving as an industrial base, since it is home to many agricultural processing companies and is located near to important transport links such as the A77 road and Glasgow Prestwick Airport.

The main shopping area in the area is the town of Darvel, where visitors can find a selection of modern shops and restaurants. The Riccarton Estate is a popular attraction for visitors, as it is home to a variety of activities including horse riding and off road riding courses. Additionally, KA18 is just a short drive away from the Ayrshire coast, allowing visitors to explore the beautiful beauty of the southern coastline. Kilmarnock is also home to many other attractions such as the Dick Institute, Galleon Centre and Dean Castle Country Park.

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