dumfries DG5 Postcodes

Dumfries (DG5)

The DG5 postcode area is located in the Dumfries postcode town region, within the county of Dumfriesshire, and contains a total of 234 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the DG5 postcode area, including Annan, Canonbie, Castle Douglas, Dalbeattie, Dumfries, Gretna, Kirkcudbright, Langholm, Lockerbie, Moffat, Newton Stewart, Sanquhar, Stranraer, Thornhill which come under the local authority of the Dumfries & Galloway Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in DG5 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 DG5 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

DG5 is a postcode district, located within the Dumfries district of Scotland. It is located in Galloway, and borders the Wigtown and Stewartry regions. It also includes parts of the Machars, the Carsphairn Hills and the Esploradene. It is the most south westerly and remote postcode district in Galloway, and includes the communities of Kirkpatrick-Durham, Carsphairn, Dalmellington, Waterbeck, Barlay Hills, Irvinehill, Auchencastle, Airds and Sanquhar.

DG5 has many attractions, including walking trails, beautiful countryside, beaches and other outdoor activities. The area has a long history of farming and forestry, and is currently the home of Scotland's largest single site wind farm, which produces enough electricity to power thousands of homes.

The area is also home to several historic sites, including Kirkpatrick Chapel, which dates from the 14th century, and the Glaikit Monument, a reminder of the significance of the area during the mid-19th century when it was a major centre for the weaving industry. There are several cycle paths and trails, as well as horse riding routes, and many local villages and small towns that offer a wide range of facilities and services.

Education wise, the area has primary schools in Kirkpatrick Durham, Carsphairn and Dalmellington. There is a secondary school in Dalmellington and Kirkcudbright, as well as colleges in Dumfries, Dipton and Ballantrae. In terms of transport, the area is served by both the national rail network, and an extensive road network, linking locally to Ayr, Stranraer, Whitehaven and Dumfries.

TheDG5 postcode district has a lot to offer, from its rich history and breathtaking natural beauty, to the wide range of activities available and its strong links to the towns and cities across the surrounding area. It is an ideal area for anyone looking for a quieter lifestyle in an unspoilt rural setting, with easy access to both amenities and the wider area.

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