glasgow G76 Postcodes
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Glasgow (G76)
The G76 postcode area is located in the Glasgow postcode town region, within the county of Renfrewshire, and contains a total of 765 individual postcodes.
There are 26 electoral wards in the G76 postcode area, including Alexandria, Arrochar, Clydebank, Dumbarton, Glasgow, Helensburgh which come under the local authority of the East Renfrewshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in G76 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 G76 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The G76 postcode lies in the Glasgow City Council area and is divided into two distinct areas. It covers the northern parts of the East Renfrewshire district, and the south-western rural parts of the North Lanarkshire district.
G76 is centred around the town of Giffnock which is located 6 miles south of Glasgow city centre. It has a population of approximately 12,000 and is known for being an affluent residential suburb. It offers excellent transport links to the city centre with both rail and bus services. Giffnock itself has plenty of amenities you would find in a large town including supermarkets, pubs and restaurants.
The other part of the G76 postcode covers rural villages such as Fenwick, Neilston and Uplawmoor. These villages are characterized by beautiful countryside, traditional housing and a more laidback lifestyle. In addition, they offer good access to local services such as schools and shopping facilities.
For leisure, G76 offers a wealth of outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, horse riding and fishing. For indoor activities, there are plenty of sports centres and gyms, while other facilities such as bowls clubs and cinemas can also be found in Giffnock and the surrounding villages.
Finally, G76 offers a great selection of housing options. There are a mix of property types ranging from modern family homes to flats and other housing developments. There is also a large number of private and public schools within the postcode area.
G76 is a great place to live as it combines both the cosmopolitan atmosphere of the city as well as the tranquil beauty of the countryside. It is well connected to the rest of Scotland and has a wide variety of leisure, education and shopping facilities.
Demographics
Renfrewshire
G76 is located in the county of Renfrewshire, in Scotland.
Renfrewshire has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.
Renfrewshire 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.
| Outward Code | G76 |
| Postal Town | Glasgow |
| MSOA Name | Eaglesham and Waterfoot |
| LSOA Name | |
| County | Renfrewshire |
| Region | Renfrewshire |
| Country | Scotland |
| Local Authority | East Renfrewshire |
| Area Classification | Unclassified |
G76 Electoral Wards
The postal region of G76, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 0% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.