glasgow G33 Postcodes

Glasgow (G33)

The G33 postcode area is located in the Glasgow postcode town region, within the county of Lanarkshire, and contains a total of 1343 individual postcodes.

There are 15 electoral wards in the G33 postcode area, including Alexandria, Arrochar, Clydebank, Dumbarton, Glasgow, Helensburgh which come under the local authority of the Glasgow City Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in G33 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 G33 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The G33 postcode covers a variety of areas in the Glasgow district. It encompasses most of the area known as Barlanark, a residential area in the north of Glasgow. The area is predominantly home to working-class families, however, due to its low housing costs and mainly apartments it holds a diverse demographic, with recent immigrants having moved to the area in recent years.

The area of G33 is highly residential; the majority of dwellings are flats and there are numerous schools, such as Netherton and Barlanark Primary Schools, encompassed by it. Furthermore, it has its own local library, sports centre and parks dotted around the district. Housing is generally very low-cost, and with a few larger apartments, it makes the area an attractive option for those looking to live in Glasgow at a reasonable price away from the city centre.

The area's local shopping facilities are provided mostly by local convenience stores, such as Morrison's and Iceland, and other low-cost shops. There are a few fast food options in Barlanark and the local surroundings like McDonalds and Subway, as well as a handful of local restaurants in the district. Additionally, there are some larger supermarkets nearby like ASDA and Ashers pies, located in the nearby Shettleston.

Transport links in G33 are good, with two main railway stations located within the area – Carntyne and Shettleston – as well as a few local bus services running throughout the area and further throughout the city. Moreover, there are various bike paths surrounding the areas, providing commuters and leisure cyclists access to other parts of the city.

The area enjoys many social amenities, with several approaches to leisure, such as the Forge Shopping centre and the East End Remote Control car racing track located very close by. This combined with the numerous paths and wooden trails throughout the district, provide plenty of activities for locals and visitors alike.

G33 has much to offer given its location within the Glasgow district. With low-cost housing, a plethora of shopping positions, transport and social amenities, it makes it an attractive option for those looking to keep their costs low.

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