scottish-islands HS7 Postcodes

Scottish Islands (HS7)

The HS7 postcode area is located in the Scottish Islands postcode town region, within the county of Shetland Isles, and contains a total of 55 individual postcodes.

There are 41 electoral wards in the HS7 postcode area, including Isle Of Barra, Isle Of Benbecula, Isle Of Harris, Isle Of Lewis, Isle Of North Uist, Isle Of Scalpay, Isle Of South Uist, Stornoway which come under the local authority of the Eilean Siar Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in HS7 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 HS7 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

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The HS7 postcode is located in the Scottish Islands, a district that is comprised of a large number of islands located off the north and west coasts of mainland Scotland.

The HS7 postcode encompasses a number of areas, from the idyllic countryside of the Outer Hebrides, such as Harris and South Uist, to the artsy vibes of the Isle of Skye and the mountainous terrain and rustic beauty of Mull and Islay.

The islands within the HS7 postcode are scattered across more than 3,800 miles of the protected seas around the British Isles, and are home to a wide variety of diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultures.

The Outer Hebrides, and other areas within the Scottish Islands district including the Shetland Islands and Orkney Islands, are all popular with holidaymakers and visitors alike.

The area is renowned for its stunning white sand beaches, dramatic landscape, and abundance of wildlife, including hundreds of whales, puffins, and seabirds. Furthermore, the clear, blue waters are a dream for sea kayakers and the protected coasts are also great spots for fishing.

While the islands themselves are wild and impressive, they also have plenty of amenities. The three biggest towns in the district are Stornoway, Kirkwall, and Lerwick, which all have a selection of shops, bars, and restaurants.

The islands are also famed for their cultural heritage, with an array of Gaelic-speaking areas, as well as unique traditional music and dance. During the spring and summer months, the islands come alive with outdoor art exhibitions, traditional folk music festivals, and theatre shows.

The islands of the HS7 postcode remain relatively unaffected by tourism, so visitors get to experience the true Scottish way of life. This is particularly true of the smaller islands where local people are more than happy to show visitors the very best of Scottish hospitality.

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