dundee DD4 Postcodes

Dundee (DD4)

The DD4 postcode area is located in the Dundee postcode town region, within the county of Angus, and contains a total of 1424 individual postcodes.

There are 26 electoral wards in the DD4 postcode area, including Arbroath, Brechin, Carnoustie, Dundee, Forfar, Kirriemuir, Montrose, Newport-On-Tay, Tayport which come under the local authority of the Dundee City Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in DD4 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 DD4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The DD4 postcode covers the majority of the city of Dundee in Scotland. It is bordered by the towns of Broughty Ferry, Monifieth, Lochee and Stobswell.

The City of Dundee is the fourth largest in Scotland with an estimated population of approximately 149,000 people, according to the Office for National Statistics as of 2018. The area covered by the DD4 postcode encompasses the city centre and the surrounding residential suburbs of The West End, The Hilltown, Dudhope, Lochee, Whitfield, St Mary's and Balgay. Dundee is a major port and has a number of notable universities including the University of Dundee and Abertay University.

DD4 is socially and economically diverse, with a range of businesses, educational institutions and attractions. The city centre has a distinct feel and features a range of shops, restaurants and leisure opportunities. Lochee and The Hilltown are both home to the historic Mills o' Miles, the world's first roller skating rink and Dundee's oldest surviving amusement park.

The area is well served by public transport, with a number of train and bus stations and a modern light-rail system, connecting the city centre with the outlying residential suburbs. The city has a long history of industry, which were particularly thriving during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. In addition, Dundee is home to The Caird, a large performing arts venue and the centrepiece of the V&A Museum of Design which opened in 2018.

Dundee has a variety of outdoor spaces and parks, including Riverside Park, Magdalen Green and Balgay Park, while The West End is popular for its art galleries, museums and music venues. The city also boasts a large in-city country park, Lochee Community Park, which is home to a large lake, an adventure playground, and a diverse range of wildlife.

Dundee is well known for its vibrant cultural scene and includes one of the UK's most famous comedy clubs, The Beano Club. It is also home to the Dundee Repertory Theatre and a number of independent cinemas. The activities and attractions are varied, making it an ideal visitor destination, from the summer Dundee Flower & Food Festival and the Sound & Vision art galleries to the sightseeing opportunities of the Law Hill. Dundee is truly a city with something for everyone.

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