orkney KW5 Postcodes
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Orkney (KW5)
The KW5 postcode area is located in the Orkney postcode town region, within the county of , and contains a total of 13 individual postcodes.
There are 8 electoral wards in the KW5 postcode area, including Berriedale, Brora, Dunbeath, Forsinard, Golspie, Halkirk, Helmsdale, Kinbrace, Kirkwall, Latheron, Lybster, Orkney, Stromness, Thurso, Wick which come under the local authority of the Highland Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in KW5 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 KW5 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The KW5 postcode in the UK is a postcode associated with the Orkney Islands in Scotland. It falls under the Inverness post town and covers the areas of Stromness, Sandwick and Rackwick on the Mainland of Orkney, including the nearby islands of Hoy and Graemsay. Stromness is the largest town in the area, located at the end of the Churchill Barrier, and is a busy fishing port.
Sandwick is a small crofting settlement bounded by two bays at the east end of Orkney. Rackwick is a cluster of crofting dwellings on Hoy. It is not accessible by road, however a combination of regional buses and ferries from Stromness and Kirkwall can take you there.
The KW5 postcode is known for its stunning scenery and wildlife. The Hoy hills provide an impressive backdrop to the postcode. Wildlife abounds, with an impressive variety of birds, mammals, and various other wildlife species. In addition, graupel can occasionally be seen in the area.
The postcode includes several Historic Scotland sites, such as Stromness Battery, Netherbrough Castle and various brochs and standing stones. The Stromness Battery consists of two gun emplacements built at the start of the First World War which were used to guard the Churchill Barriers.
The KW5 postcode is served by the Stromness and Pentland Ferries which connect Orkney with the mainland of Scotland. The area also has a range of local amenities including a leisure centre, libraries, pubs and restaurants.
The KW5 postcode is serviced by Orkney Islands Council, the local authority responsible for the provision of public services to some 22,000 inhabitants. The islanders of KW5 are also served by the Orkney Health and Care NHS Trust and the Orkney Islands Fire and Rescue Service.
Demographics
KW5 is located in the county of , in Scotland.
has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.
has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | KW5 |
| Postal Town | Orkney |
| MSOA Name | Caithness South |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Local Authority | Highland |
| Area Classification | Unclassified |
KW5 Electoral Wards
The postal region of KW5, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
Chris H
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 0% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.