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EH49 POSTCODE REGION

Edinburgh (EH49)

The EH49 postcode area is located in the Edinburgh postcode town region, within the county of West Lothian, and contains a total of 538 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the EH49 postcode area, including Balerno, Bathgate, Bo'Ness, Bonnyrigg, Broxburn, Currie, Dalkeith, Dunbar, East Linton, Edinburgh, Gorebridge, Gullane, Haddington, Heriot, Humbie, Innerleithen, Juniper Green, Kirkliston, Kirknewton, Lasswade, Linlithgow, Livingston, Loanhead, Longniddry, Musselburgh, Newbridge, North Berwick, Pathhead, Peebles, Penicuik, Prestonpans, Rosewell, Roslin, South Queensferry, Tranent, Walkerburn, West Calder, West Linton which come under the local authority of the West Lothian Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in EH49 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 EH49 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


EH49 postcode lies in the Edinburgh district of Scotland, UK. It covers the areas including East Whitburn, Dykebar, and the west part of Bathgate.

Althane, Blackridge, Bathgate, Carmondean and Pumpherston fall under the postcode.

East Whitburn is the largest town in the district. It is situated towards the northwest of Edinburgh. It has a thriving economy and retailers, including a Tesco superstore. The town centre is lined with locally run businesses, with a mix of restaurants, pubs and shops. The village of Dykebar is also part of this postcode area. This is a residential area in the Bathgate Hills and is well served by transport links to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Perth.

The town of Bathgate is the business centre for the EH49 postcode area. It is renowned for its heritage and tradition and is home to the Bitterne Works, which is part of the West Lothian industrial heritage. There are independent shops, restaurants and cafes here, as well as a lively night life. The town boasts a large park, which is a popular spot for visitors.

Carmondean is a major industrial area and the headquarters for the West Lothian Council. It is close to the M8 motorway. Pumpherston is a residential area, separated by a small woodland area from the town centre of East Whitburn.

The EH49 postcode covers some of the historically important sites of Scotland, including the ruins of Blackness Castle, a 15th century stronghold. It also includes some of the best natural sites in the UK such as Merkins Reef, Cairnpapple Hill and the Bathgate Hills. The area also has some beautiful beaches nearby, such as Aberlady Bay and Seton Sands.

EH49 postcode area is well served by transport links and has a number of local bus routes operating around the area. It has easy access to both Glasgow and Edinburgh. The town of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is only 40 miles away, making the area an ideal location for commuters.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 100%WORKING
  • 0%UNEMPLOYED

0% of people in EH49 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 0%AB
  • 0%C2/C2
  • 0%DE

According to census records, 0% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 0%WHITE
  • 100%NON-WHITE

0% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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EH49West Lothian

West Lothian

The county of West Lothian

EH49 is located in the county of West Lothian, in Scotland.

West Lothian has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

West Lothian 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.

West Lothian Postal Town Map
Outward CodeEH49
Postal TownEdinburgh
MSOA NameLinlithgow North
LSOA Name
CountyWest Lothian
RegionWest Lothian
CountryScotland
Local AuthorityWest Lothian
Area ClassificationUnclassified

EH49 Electoral Wards

The postal region of EH49, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Blackness
Borrowstoun Mains
Bridgend
Cauldcoats Holdings
Ecclesmachan
Kingscavil
Kinneil
Linlithgow
Linlithgow Bridge
Loan
Maidenpark
Mannerston
Muirhouses
Newtown
Old Philpstoun
Philpstoun
Threemiletown
Union Canal
Union Canal
Whitecross
Browse Postcodes in EH49

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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