kilmarnock KA12 Postcodes

Kilmarnock (KA12)

The KA12 postcode area is located in the Kilmarnock postcode town region, within the county of Ayrshire, and contains a total of 768 individual postcodes.

There are 3 electoral wards in the KA12 postcode area, including Ardrossan, Ayr, Beith, Cumnock, Dalry, Darvel, Galston, Girvan, Irvine, Isle Of Arran, Isle Of Cumbrae, Kilbirnie, Kilmarnock, Kilwinning, Largs, Mauchline, Maybole, Newmilns, Prestwick, Saltcoats, Stevenston, Troon, West Kilbride which come under the local authority of the North Ayrshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in KA12 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 KA12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The KA12 postcode in the UK is based in the Ayrshire region and covers the towns of Troon and Prestwick. It borders to the East with the KA11 postcode district and to the South with the KA10 postcode district. Its main centre of population is the seaside town of Troon.

The KA12 postcode district covers a large area of coastal terrain in north Ayrshire, and is located on the Firth of Clyde. To the East lies the Isle of Arran, and to the South is the town of Ayr. It is home to a large number of holiday parks, caravan sites and beach sections.

Troon is a coastal resort town with a harbour, which is home to the Royal Troon golf course. Prestwick also has a harbour, and is home to two of Scotland's other well-known golf courses. Prestwick is also the site of Glasgow Prestwick International Airport, which serves Scotland's busiest airport hub.

The KA12 postcode's main employers are in the tourism industry, including golf and leisure. Troon is also home to several manufacturing businesses, many of which are connected to the marine and marine engineering industry. It is also home to Prestwick Aerospace.

As far as public transport is concerned, the Ayrshire Coast Line connects North Ayrshire with Glasgow. The KA12 postcode is well connected to public transport, with bus routes to and from Troon, Prestwick and Ayr. Many of these buses link the area to Glasgow.

KA12 has an excellent leisure offering, with a number of beaches and other attractions. Troon Beach is a large, sandy beach located in the town, while Prestwick Beach is a popular destination for people wanting to enjoy the coast. There is a wide range of cafes, bars and restaurants in both towns including those specialising in fish and chips.

The postcode is well-serviced by healthcare facilities. There are two medical practices in Troon and one in Prestwick, and a health centre in both towns. There are also two hospitals in the area, both located in Ayr.

The area has a wide variety of schools, both primary and secondary level, including South Ayrshire School, Troon Primary School and Prestwick Academy. There are also several private schools in the area, including Troon Prep and Ladysmith Primary School. Additionally, there are a number of nurseries and child-care facilities.

KA12 postcode is a vibrant area of North Ayrshire which offers a wide range of activities, attractions and facilities for its residents and visitors alike. The key sectors of employment are the tourism industry as well as services such as marine engineering, and the area is well serviced by public transport links to Glasgow and beyond.

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