orkney KW3 Postcodes
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Orkney (KW3)
The KW3 postcode area is located in the Orkney postcode town region, within the county of , and contains a total of 41 individual postcodes.
There are 6 electoral wards in the KW3 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 KW3 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 KW3 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The KW3 postcode covers the South Ronaldsay area in the Orkney Islands, off the north of Scotland. The postcode ranges from KW3 0AA to KW3 9ZZ, providing all the island's residents and visitors with a unique identity for postal systems.
KW3 is comprised mainly of small villages, such as Quoyloo, Quholme, Murkle, St Margaret's Hope, Twatt, Quendale and Northtown. It also covers the numerous white sand beaches that make South Ronaldsay so beautiful, including those at Burray, Red Craig, South Walls and the expanse of sand dunes which can be found at Quoys. The brickwork ruins still standing at the latter tell the history of the isle's former past.
The postcode also encompasses important historical sites, such as the Berstane Iron Age and Norse settlement, the Romano-Celtic fort of Bu or Bank Nether, the prehistoric settlement of Chebaimer, and numerous tumuli and cairns.
KW3 is surrounded by some of the best natural attractions the Orkneys have to offer, with the Waulkmill Bay on the west coast providing stunning sea views and a great spot for bird watching. There are plenty of reserves and wildlife lookout points close by, including the Henhouse, Aikerness, and Skaill geo, which, when combined with the various sightings of whales, dolphins and porpoises which are common in the area, make up an idyllic destination.
In terms of transport, there is the Pentalina ferry between South Ronaldsay and Kirkwall, the regular bus service between both islands, and the St Margaret's Hope airport offering connecting flights to the mainland.
It is this mixture of history, wildlife, picturesque sand beaches and transport links that make the KW3 postcode so unique, and continues to attract people from all over the world who want to experience the rich culture that the South Ronaldsay area has to offer.
Demographics
KW3 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 | KW3 |
| Postal Town | Orkney |
| MSOA Name | Caithness South |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Local Authority | Highland |
| Area Classification | Unclassified |
KW3 Electoral Wards
The postal region of KW3, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.
Chris H
Wednesday, April 17, 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%.