tweed TD8 Postcodes

Tweed (TD8)

The TD8 postcode area is located in the Tweed postcode town region, within the county of Borders, and contains a total of 296 individual postcodes.

There are 54 electoral wards in the TD8 postcode area, including Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Cockburnspath, Coldstream, Cornhill-On-Tweed, Duns, Earlston, Eyemouth, Galashiels, Gordon, Hawick, Jedburgh, Kelso, Lauder, Melrose, Mindrum, Newcastleton, Selkirk which come under the local authority of the Scottish Borders Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in TD8 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 TD8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The TD8 postcode is in the Tweed District of the Scottish Borders. It encompasses Melrose, the town of Tweedbank, the settlements of St Boswells and Gattonside, and several other villages.

The River Tweed runs through the area, and is lined with green spaces, including St Cuthbert's Way, a popular walking and cycling route through the area. Lammermuir Hills are to the east, and Eildon and Ruberslaw hills to the west.

Melrose is the main town of the area. It has a population of around 2,000 and is a popular tourist destination, particularly for its Historic Scotland and National Trust properties. The town was once home to a major abbey, which was founded in 1136, and is still the burial site of the heart of Robert the Bruce. The town also features the oldest rugby union ground in the world, which is still in use today.

Tweedbank is a small town of around 2,500, and is known for its heritage railway, the Maxwellheart of the Borders Railway, which opened in 2015. The settlement of Gattonside is renowned for its annual Cornet's Riding of the Marches event.

Education is well served in the TD8 postcode, with Melrose having three primary schools, a secondary school, and many other educational activities.

The area is popular with outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for a range of activities such as fishing, cycling, mountain biking, hill walking, and bird watching. The area also features festivals, such as the famous ‘Jazz on the Tweed' during the summer months.

The area's economy has grown over the past decade, with investments into homes, businesses and infrastructure having a positive effect on the area. Tourism has become an increasingly important part of the local economy, as local businesses and attractions have grown in popularity.

TheTD8 postcode is a vibrant area to live, work and visit, with the south of the district having a strong cultural heritage, and the north boasting beautiful landscapes, attractions and activities.

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