edinburgh EH6 Postcodes

Edinburgh (EH6)

The EH6 postcode area is located in the Edinburgh postcode town region, within the county of Midlothian, and contains a total of 1403 individual postcodes.

There are 0 electoral wards in the EH6 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 Edinburgh, City of Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in EH6 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 EH6 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The EH6 postcode is located in the Leith area of Edinburgh, Scotland, which is a district to the north of the city centre. The postcode is used for many of the areas bordering the shore of the Firth of Forth, including Leith Links, Trinity and various parts of Newhaven.

Among the main attractions in the area are the Victorian buildings along Commercial Street, Leith Walk, and the unique 'Bones' area, home to many independent businesses, including shops, bars and restaurants. The area is also well-known for its historic docks area, which contain the oldest surviving seaport in Scotland.

The area is home to several public parks, including Leith Links, Victoria Park and Pilrig Park, as well as a number of beaches, including the popular Silverknowes Beach. There are several popular cultural attractions in the area, including the Royal Yacht Britannia, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, and theLeith Depot arts cafe.

The area has excellent transport links, with regular bus services from the city centre and Leith to other parts of the city. It is also well served by two main train stations, Edinburgh Waverley and Haymarket, both of which provide excellent connections with the rest of the country. Finally, an extensive cycle lane network provides easy access to the city centre.

In terms of schooling, there are several local primary schools, secondary schools, and a few independent schools in the area. Additionally, Telford College offers further education and vocational courses, giving local residents access to higher education courses.

As an area, the EH6 postcode is largely residential, with some areas having seen considerable gentrification in recent years. That said, it is a lively and vibrant area with something for everyone, from young professionals to students and families alike.

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