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EH38 POSTCODE REGION

Edinburgh (EH38)

The EH38 postcode area is located in the Edinburgh postcode town region, within the county of Borders, and contains a total of 15 individual postcodes.

There are 8 electoral wards in the EH38 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 Scottish Borders Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in EH38 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 EH38 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.



EH38 postcode is an area that forms part of the City of Edinburgh, the Capital of Scotland. Covering both rural areas and bustling towns, the district is home to a diverse range of lifestyles, industries, and landscapes.

Within the postcode area is Aberlady, a small coastal village, and Gullane, a historic seaside town with a golf course. Also situated within the postcode is North Berwick and Haddington, two larger towns and busy local hubs with a great selection of amenities, such as supermarkets, pubs, restaurants, and shops.

EH38 is a rural, scenic area filled with scenic beaches, rolling hills, historic sites, and lush green spaces. In fact, the majority of the postcode area is green belt land. Many parks, nature reserves, and castles await exploration, and of course, the Firth of Forth, which borders part of the postcode area, provides stunning views.

The district also boasts an array of leisure and sporting activities. Golf fans can make use of the nearby professional courses, whilst cyclists can follow one of the many cycle trails or take a leisurely ride around the area's rolling hills or along the coastal path.

There are plenty of educational opportunities in the district, from nurseries to universities. Heriot-Watt University's Edinburgh campus is situated within the postcode, as is the University of Edinburgh and private schools.

Housing in the EH38 postcode generally follows a typical pattern -- small cottages near the coast, larger family homes near the towns, and sprawling estates further inland.

Transport links are also easily accessible within the area. East Coast Main Line trains run directly from Haddington to London in less than four hours, whilst regular buses link North Berwick and Gullane to nearby towns and cities. Edinburgh Airport is just half an hour away, providing easy access to domestic and international destinations.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 100%WORKING
  • 0%UNEMPLOYED

0% of people in EH38 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 0%AB
  • 0%C2/C2
  • 0%DE

According to census records, 0% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 0%WHITE
  • 100%NON-WHITE

0% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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EH38Borders

Borders

The county of Borders

EH38 is located in the county of Borders, in Scotland.

Borders has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

Borders 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.

Borders Postal Town Map
Outward CodeEH38
Postal TownEdinburgh
MSOA NameEarlston, Lauder and Stow area
LSOA Name
CountyBorders
RegionBorders
CountryScotland
Local AuthorityScottish Borders
Area ClassificationUnclassified

EH38 Electoral Wards

The postal region of EH38, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Allanshaugh
Burnhouse Mains
Falahill
Fountainhall
Gilston
Heriot
Middleton
South Esk
Symington
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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'.

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