dumfries DG8 Postcodes
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Dumfries (DG8)
The DG8 postcode area is located in the Dumfries postcode town region, within the county of Dumfriesshire, and contains a total of 925 individual postcodes.
There are 158 electoral wards in the DG8 postcode area, including Annan, Canonbie, Castle Douglas, Dalbeattie, Dumfries, Gretna, Kirkcudbright, Langholm, Lockerbie, Moffat, Newton Stewart, Sanquhar, Stranraer, Thornhill which come under the local authority of the Dumfries & Galloway Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in DG8 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 DG8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
DG8 is a postcode district within the Dumfries post town in Scotland. It is a postal area in the south-west of the region. The district covers the Stranraer area, eastwards to the DG gallery and to the north, towards the River Urr at Rockcliffe.
Stranraer is a major town in the district, located on the shore of Loch Ryan and close to the harbour. It is an ancient Royal Burgh, and is today a popular tourist resort.
The DG8 district has a diverse landscape that is home to rolling hills, forests and farmland that are used for sheep grazing. The popular daytrip destination of Creebridge is located in the district. It boasts a 9-hole golf course, Walesloaf Hill, with views of the harbour. Also within the district, south-east of Stranraer is the ancient fortress of Dunragit.
In terms of transport, the district is well-served with the A75 Euroroute connecting the town with Ayr and Scotland's motorway network. The main railway services in the district are on the West Coast Main Line, heading and inland route to Glasgow Central in Scotland.
Education facilities in the DG8 district are provided by Scotland's further and higher education institutions, including the University of Glasgow, which can be found nearby. The area is served by the Dumfries and Galloway Council, who are responsible for providing local services, health, education, transport, and other services.
The district has a range of attractions, including Wigtown Regatta, the largest maritime festival in Scotland held annually. The town also hosts the Spring Fling Festival of Arts, featuring exhibitors from across the country to showcase their artwork. The area is also known for its sports clubs, including Stranraer FC, a professional football team competing in the Scottish Championship. Additionally, the town has a Crofting Museum and a four-mile section of the Southern Upland Way national trail.
Demographics
Dumfriesshire
DG8 is located in the county of Dumfriesshire, in Scotland.
Dumfriesshire has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.
Dumfriesshire 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 | DG8 |
| Postal Town | Dumfries |
| MSOA Name | Moors |
| LSOA Name | |
| County | Dumfriesshire |
| Region | Dumfriesshire |
| Country | Scotland |
| Local Authority | Dumfries & Galloway |
| Area Classification | Unclassified |
DG8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of DG8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, April 14, 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%.