falkirk FK2 Postcodes

Falkirk (FK2)

The FK2 postcode area is located in the Falkirk postcode town region, within the county of Stirlingshire, and contains a total of 1354 individual postcodes.

There are 46 electoral wards in the FK2 postcode area, including Alloa, Alva, Bonnybridge, Callander, Clackmannan, Crianlarich, Denny, Dollar, Doune, Dunblane, Falkirk, Grangemouth, Killin, Larbert, Lochearnhead, Menstrie, Stirling, Tillicoultry which come under the local authority of the Falkirk Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in FK2 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 FK2 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The FK2 postcode area is located in the Falkirk district of Scotland, and comprises the areas of Carronshore, Carron, Larbert, Stenhousemuir, and Hallglen. It has fourteen postcode districts in total, categorized under nine post towns.

FK2 covers the northern reaches of Clackmannanshire and east part of Stirling and the western limits of Falkirk district. It stretches along the Forth Estuary from the M9 motorway in the west to the valley of the River Carron, reaching up to the A803 Livingston to Bathgate road, beyond which lies the postcode district of FK12.

The FK2 postcode area is home to Falkirk Football Club, which has a capacity of 7,512 spectators, and is the third largest football stadium in Scotland. National Cycle Route 7 passes through Carronshore bringing in cyclists, while the Forth & Clyde Canal running to the east of the postcode area is a scenic spot for walking, cycling, or rowing.

The FK2 postcode area also has an abundance of services and amenities, such as medical centres, fire stations, schools and nurseries, public parks, and leisure facilities. Shopping wise, residents can visit the central shopping area in Larbert which offers a multitude of shops, and The Shops at Stenhousemuir which has a range of independent stores.

The area is served by a number of highways, including the M9, M80, A803, and A905, as well as two train stations, Larbert, and Falkirk High, that offer regular commuter services to Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dunblane. Bus routes are operated by First Glasgow, Scott's Coaches, and Linkline Travel.

Moreover, the region is well served by many restaurants, pubs, and cafes, ranging from fast-food outlets to traditional eateries. Nature reserves, such as the Carron Water Valley Reserve or the Birkhill Moor Reserve, provide excellent outdoor activities for the local community.

The FK2 postcode area is a great place to live, work and explore, offering a wide range of amenities and services, as well as easy access to many of Scotland's bigger cities. Residents have the benefit of a highly accessible location, combined with a calm and peaceful environment.

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