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PA16 POSTCODE REGION

Paisley (PA16)

The PA16 postcode area is located in the Paisley postcode town region, within the county of Renfrewshire, and contains a total of 897 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the PA16 postcode area, including Appin, Bishopton, Bridge Of Orchy, Bridge Of Weir, Cairndow, Campbeltown, Colintraive, Dalmally, Dunoon, Erskine, Gourock, Greenock, Inveraray, Isle Of Bute, Isle Of Coll, Isle Of Colonsay, Isle Of Gigha, Isle Of Iona, Isle Of Islay, Isle Of Jura, Isle Of Mull, Isle Of Tiree, Johnstone, Kilmacolm, Lochgilphead, Lochwinnoch, Oban, Paisley, Port Glasgow, Renfrew, Skelmorlie, Tarbert, Taynuilt, Tighnabruaich, Wemyss Bay which come under the local authority of the Inverclyde Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in PA16 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 PA16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The PA16 postcode in Paisley is located in the Renfrewshire area in Scotland. The area falls within the area covered by the Greater Glasgow and Clyde health board and is represented by the local MP, Chris Stephens of the Scottish National Party. It is a mixed urban and rural area consisting of a few small towns and villages, as well as Paisley itself.

The main town in the area is the city of Paisley, which is a thriving suburban area which is dominated by two of its main industries; transport and manufacturing. The population of Paisley is estimated to be around 80,000 and it is the second-largest town in Scotland and the fifth-largest in the UK.

Paisley is well served by transport links with Glasgow and the surrounding area, including trains and buses. It also has its own airport, serving domestic and international flights. Paisley has a large variety of leisure and cultural attractions, such as the Riverside Museum, the Paisley Museum and Art Gallery and the Royal Opera House.

The area is well known for its strong Scottish heritage, with many museums dedicated to its historical background. Paisley has its own university, the University of the West of Scotland, which is renowned for its excellent education opportunities.

The area is also home to a range of businesses, industries, bars, cafes and restaurants. The retail sector is also developing in the area, with a number of new shopping centres and high-end shops being built.

The living standards in the area are generally higher than the surrounding areas. There is an established and educated workforce, as well as good transport links to the surrounding area.

The sport and culture of the area are highly developed, with numerous golf courses, sports teams and events. The Highland Games are held in Paisley each year and is one of the main annual events.

PA16 postcode is a vibrant, diverse and interesting area located in the beautiful Renfrewshire countryside. It offers a wide range of activities, attractions and amenities for visitors and residents alike.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 100%WORKING
  • 0%UNEMPLOYED

0% of people in PA16 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 0%AB
  • 0%C2/C2
  • 0%DE

According to census records, 0% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 0%WHITE
  • 100%NON-WHITE

0% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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PA16Renfrewshire

Renfrewshire

The county of Renfrewshire

PA16 is located in the county of Renfrewshire, in Scotland.

Renfrewshire has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

Renfrewshire 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.

Renfrewshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodePA16
Postal TownPaisley
MSOA NameWest Braeside, East Inverkip and West Gourock
LSOA Name
CountyRenfrewshire
RegionRenfrewshire
CountryScotland
Local AuthorityInverclyde
Area ClassificationUnclassified

PA16 Electoral Wards

The postal region of PA16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Ashton
Braeside
Branchton
Bridgend
Cartsdyke
Cartsdyke
Central
Fort Matilda
Fort Matilda
Gourock
Greenock
Greenock West
Inverkip
Larkfield
Levan
Midton
Overton
Ravenscraig
Spango
Strone
Browse Postcodes in PA16

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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'.

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