edinburgh EH24 Postcodes

Edinburgh (EH24)

The EH24 postcode area is located in the Edinburgh postcode town region, within the county of Midlothian, and contains a total of 72 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the EH24 postcode area, including Balerno, Bathgate, Bo'Ness, Bonnyrigg, Broxburn, Currie, Dalkeith, Dunbar, East Linton, Edinburgh, Gorebridge, Gullane, Haddington, Heriot, Humbie, Innerleithen, Juniper Green, Kirkliston, Kirknewton, Lasswade, Linlithgow, Livingston, Loanhead, Longniddry, Musselburgh, Newbridge, North Berwick, Pathhead, Peebles, Penicuik, Prestonpans, Rosewell, Roslin, South Queensferry, Tranent, Walkerburn, West Calder, West Linton which come under the local authority of the Midlothian Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in EH24 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 EH24 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

EH24 is a postcode district in the Edinburgh post town in the City of Edinburgh in Scotland, UK. It is situated towards the south of Edinburgh and covers the area of Liberton, Gilmerton and parts of Danderhall.

The area is largely made up of residential housing. it has seen a steady increase in residents in recent years as the central parts of Edinburgh have become increasingly expensive to live in.

The area is well-served by public transport. There are bus routes that connect the area to the city centre every half an hour, as well as regular trains that run to the centre of Edinburgh.

The area is home to several parks and public green areas which are popular with walkers, cyclists and families. There is also a thriving sports community, with a number of football, rugby, tennis and golf clubs situated in and near the area.

For education, there are a number of Primary schools and two secondary schools. The University of Edinburgh is also within easy reach.

There is a selection of convenience stores and shops in the area, as well as a few cafes and restaurants.

The area also has several places of worship, including the St. Thomas of Aquinas Roman Catholic Church and the evangelical church of Gilmerton.

The area is home to a few notable landmarks, including Liberton Tower, an 18th century tower house, and Kirk o' Field, a former church and burial ground of Mary Queen of Scots' murdered husband Lord Darnley.

EH24 is a residential area with good transport links to the city centre, plenty of green spaces, educational facilities and amenities, and a selection of historical attractions.

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