paisley PA27 Postcodes

Paisley (PA27)

The PA27 postcode area is located in the Paisley postcode town region, within the county of Argyllshire, and contains a total of 24 individual postcodes.

There are 13 electoral wards in the PA27 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 Argyll & Bute Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in PA27 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 PA27 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

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The PA27 postcode is an area located in the district of Paisley in the west of Scotland. It is part of the Inverclyde council area and covers a large stretch of land from the channel between the Firth of Clyde and the Holy Loch, to the Estuary of the River Cart.

The PA27 postcode is a predominantly rural area, with a population of just under 7,000 people. The largest settlement in the postcode is Houston, followed by Kilmacolm to the south of the postcode. Other settlements include Lochwinnoch, Bishopton, Crosslee, Beith, and Morvern.

The area is home to a variety of natural attractions, such as ancient woodland and the Wood of Cree Rare Plant Reserve. There is also the mysterious Castle Semple Loch, a good spot for rafting, fishing and other water-based activities.

The PA27 postcode has strong links to local history, with paisley designs, such as the world-famous Paisley pattern, believed to have originated in the area. The multiple cultural references and historical monument in the area adds to its charm. Local heritage sites include the Carrick Castle and the Renfrewshire Witch Trials Monument.

The area offers a variety of recreational activities and picturesque gardens. Bird watching is popular in the area, as is cycling and hiking along country roads and trails. Houston also is home to the Houston Gala Day, an annual event attended by hundreds of locals and visitors alike.

The PA27 postcode provides good access to Glasgow and surrounding areas, with Glasgow International Airport only 30 minutes drive away. For those looking to get away from it all there are a few B&Bs, small hotels and holiday cottages around the area.

Finally, the area is served by the Bishopton, Houston, and Crosslee Parish Church, and there are multiple shops and retail outlets in the area. All in all, the PA27 postcode is a rural area in the west of Scotland with plenty to offer to those wanting to explore local Scottish culture and traditions.

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