glasgow G63 Postcodes

Glasgow (G63)

The G63 postcode area is located in the Glasgow postcode town region, within the county of Stirlingshire, and contains a total of 469 individual postcodes.

There are 76 electoral wards in the G63 postcode area, including Alexandria, Arrochar, Clydebank, Dumbarton, Glasgow, Helensburgh which come under the local authority of the Stirling Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in G63 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 G63 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The Glasgow G63 postcode covers the small town of Milngavie, which is located in the east of Glasgow. This postcode also includes the small villages of Balmore, Milton of Campsie and Lennoxtown, as well as part of the suburbs of Bearsden.

The town of Milngavie itself has around 6,000 residents and dates back to the 12th century. It was originally the site of a mill that was fed from the local streams and rivers. In the 19th century, the town was home to a cotton mill.

The greatest attractions in this area are the walks near the town. Milngavie is located on the edge of the Campsie Fells, which are a range of hills and mountains to the north of Milngavie, offering views of North Lanarkshire, the highlands and the glens of Stirlingshire.

The centre of the town is Milngavie Town Centre. This includes a range of independent retailers, restaurants, cafes, pubs, banks and a Post Office. It is also where you will find the Milngavie Station, which is the starting point of the West Highland Way walking trail.

The local area also offers a wealth of outdoor activities, including cycling and horse riding. There are many golf courses and driving ranges nearby, including the award-winning Milngavie Golf Club.

The G63 postcode is served by two secondary schools: Bearsden Academy and Rosshead Secondary. Both of these are rated Good by Education Scotland. There is also a number of primary schools in the area, such as St Constantine's Primary School, St Joseph's Primary School and St Matthew's Primary School.

The local health centre, East Dunbartonshire Community Health Partnership, serves all of the G63 postcode area, offering primary care services such as GP and minor surgery.

The area is well-served by public transport links, with the two railway stations situated at Milngavie and Bearsden, and a local bus service which connects Bearsden to the city centre.

The G63 postcode area is home to one of Scotland's oldest charities, The Albany Aid Society, which has been providing support and assistance to local people in need since it was founded in 1847.

The G63 postcode also encompasses some historical sites of importance, such as St Mary's Church in Milton of Campsie and the ruins of the 13th century Balmore castle. The area was also a scene of some early Industrial Revolution activities at the Lennoxtown coal mine.

TheG63 postcode area is a charming area, full of history and plenty of outdoor activities, as well as offering excellent transport links and good educational facilities.

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