perth PH16 Postcodes

Perth (PH16)

The PH16 postcode area is located in the Perth postcode town region, within the county of Perthshire, and contains a total of 262 individual postcodes.

There are 39 electoral wards in the PH16 postcode area, including Aberfeldy,Acharacle, Arisaig, Auchterarder, Aviemore, Ballachulish, Blairgowrie, Boat Of Garten, Carrbridge, Corrour, Crieff, Dalwhinnie, Dunkeld, Fort Augustus, Fort William, Glenfinnan, Grantown-On-Spey, Invergarry, Isle Of Canna, Isle Of Eigg, Isle Of Rum, Kingussie, Kinlochleven, Lochailort, Mallaig, Nethy Bridge, Newtonmore, Perth, Pitlochry, Roy Bridge, Spean Bridge which come under the local authority of the Perth & Kinross Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in PH16 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 PH16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The PH16 postcode is located in the region of Perth and Kinross in Scotland. It covers the small towns and villages of Ballinluig, Dalirait, Dull, Grandtully, Struan, Rait, Forter, Fearnan, Amulree, Killiecrankie, and Weem.

Ballinluig is a picturesque village located on the banks ofthe River Tummel, surrounded by forests and spectacular Scottish scenery. The village revolved around a castle which once belonged to the Robertson clan. It is also home to the Bruce stone, a monument erected by King Robert The Bruce to thank locals for their help in defeatingEdward II at the battle of Bannockburn in 1314.

Dalirait is a small settlement located north of Ballinluig. It has a 19th century Methodist chapel and lies in the foothills ofthe Grampian Mountains.

Dull is a civil parish situated to the west of Ballinluig, at the junction ofthe rivers Lyon and Tay. It was historically part ofthe Breadalbane District from 1845 to 1947, and is locatednear natural attractions such as the Falls ofthe Lyon, Ben Lawers and Schiehallion.

Grandtully is a small village beside the River Tay. It lies to the east of Dundee and is home to Grandtully Castle, a 17th century shooting lodge. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere and is popular amongst walkers and cyclists.

Struan is a small settlement situated near a waterfall on the River Garry. It is famous for being the burial site of the 'Green Lady of Struan', a local legend who is said to haunt the woods and glen near the river.

Rait is a village located southeast ofGrandtully. It is home to a number of historic buildings, including King James IV's hunting lodge.

Forter is a small settlement north ofBallinluig. It is named after the old Gaelic word for fortress and is home to an 18th century folly castle.

Fearnan is a village on the banks ofthe Tay. It is known for the ruins of Fearnan Castle, which once belonged to the Robertsons, and is home to a popular inn.

Amulree is a small settlement on the A822 road between Forter and Rait.

Killiecrankie is a village located near the Pass of Killiecrankie and Pitlochry. It is the site of a famous battle between Jacobite clans and Government troops in 1689, and is home to a visitor center.

Finally, Weem is located to the east of Grandtully. The village is home to Weem Castle, the former seat of the Campbell family, who were prominent in the area during the 16th century. The castle is now open to the public and hosts events such as medieval festivals.

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