falkirk FK8 Postcodes

Falkirk (FK8)

The FK8 postcode area is located in the Falkirk postcode town region, within the county of Stirlingshire, and contains a total of 835 individual postcodes.

There are 88 electoral wards in the FK8 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 Stirling Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in FK8 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 FK8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The FK8 postcode is situated within the Falkirk district in Scotland. It covers the town of Callendar, as well as some of the surrounding towns and villages. This postcode area has a diverse landscape, with a mix of urban and rural elements.

The FK8 area has a population of around 12,700 people according to data from the 2021 UK census. The area is home to a range of leisure activities and attractions, such as Callendar Park, where visitors can enjoy a range of activities including golf, horse-riding, picnicking and outdoor sports. Falkirk Wheel is also within the area, a rotating boat lift connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal.

FK8 is located in central Scotland and is in the Stirling and Falkirk council areas. Its nearest major city is Glasgow, about 32 miles away. It is easily accessible from Edinburgh, with the journey taking around an hour by car or train.

FK8 is served by various main roads including the A9/M9, which connects Scotland's two largest cities, Edinburgh and Glasgow. It is also well connected to other parts of the UK by road, rail, bus and air links. Falkirk High Station, located within the postcode district, provides a direct link to Glasgow, Edinburgh and London.

The FK8 postcode is mainly residential in nature and is home to a diverse range of communities. It offers a range of property options, from family homes to apartments. The area is served by a number of amenities, ranging from supermarkets and local shops to schools, parks, medical centres and leisure facilities.

The area is also home to a variety of cultural venues, such as Falkirk Town Hall and a number of museums. The area also boasts a number of dining options, ranging from traditional Scottish pubs to trendy gastro-pubs and international cuisine. Apart from Callendar Park, the area is also host to a variety of outdoor activities, with numerous cycling and horse-riding trails, as well as football, rugby and cricket clubs.

In addition to its proximity to Glasgow and Edinburgh, the Falkirk district is renowned for its unique history, with a number of heritage sites including the Antonine Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The area also hosts a number of annual events, such as the popular Falkirk Wheel Summer Festival and the Falkirk Storytelling Festival in October.

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