orkney KW13 Postcodes
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Orkney (KW13)
The KW13 postcode area is located in the Orkney postcode town region, within the county of , and contains a total of 2 individual postcodes.
There are 13 electoral wards in the KW13 postcode area, including Berriedale, Brora, Dunbeath, Forsinard, Golspie, Halkirk, Helmsdale, Kinbrace, Kirkwall, Latheron, Lybster, Orkney, Stromness, Thurso, Wick which come under the local authority of the Highland Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in KW13 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 KW13 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
KW13 is a postcode area in north-eastern Scotland, covering much of Caithness. This vast area includes the entire northern reach of Scotland, stretching from the northern Moray Firth to the Thurso Flow and on to John O'Groats.
KW13 is covered by two postcode districts, KW1 and KW14. The main town in the area is Wick, the administrative centre of Highland Council. Additionally, the postcode area includes the villages and hamlets of Brough, Dunbeath, Forsinard, Lybster, Reay, Sarclet, Scarfskerry and Watten.
The main industries in the KW13 area include fishing, agriculture and tourism. The local fish-processing industry is based mainly on the Aberdeen and Liebster harbours. The agricultural sector focuses mainly on sheep and beef farming, although there is also a dairy industry. The main tourist attractions are the nearby castles of Dunbeath and Ackergill, the cliffs of the Birsay and Dunnet headlands, and the famous John O'Groats.
KW13 is served by the Inverness to Wick railway line, and several bus routes, connecting the area to other towns and cities in Scotland. Travelling by air is also possible with Wick John O'Groats Airport located nearby or via regular flights from Inverness and Aberdeen.
The local health services are provided mainly by Caithness General Hospital in Wick and Wick Community Hospital. Additionally, Caithness and Sutherland Community Mental Health Team and Addiction Services are based in Wick, along with pharmacies, dentists and GPs.
Although KW13 is partially separated from the rest of Scotland, there is no shortage of facilities, including supermarkets, museum, restaurants, and pubs. There are some local schools in the area, including Wick High School and Bower Community Primary School as well as an Arts and Music Centre in Wick.
Caithness has a wonderful landscape featuring rolling hills, picturesque lochs and diverse flora and fauna, making visitors from all over the world feel welcome and enchanted. Rich with history, scenery and activities, the KW13 postcode is an accessible, vast and scenic area of Scotland.
Demographics
UNEMPLOYMENT
- 100%WORKING
- 0%UNEMPLOYED
0% of people in KW13 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.
ETHNICITY
- 0%WHITE
- 100%NON-WHITE
0% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.
KW13 is located in the county of , in Scotland.
has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.
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.
Outward Code | KW13 |
Postal Town | Orkney |
MSOA Name | Sutherland North and West |
LSOA Name | |
County | |
Region | |
Country | Scotland |
Local Authority | Highland |
Area Classification | Unclassified |
KW13 Electoral Wards
The postal region of KW13, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, March 31, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 0% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.