paisley PA4 Postcodes

Paisley (PA4)

The PA4 postcode area is located in the Paisley postcode town region, within the county of Renfrewshire, and contains a total of 714 individual postcodes.

There are 9 electoral wards in the PA4 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 Renfrewshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in PA4 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 PA4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The PA4 postcode area covers a large part of the district of Paisley, located to the West of Glasgow. It includes the wards of Paisley Central, Paisley North and Paisley South, as well as parts of Gallowhill, Gallowhills, Greenlaw, Abbotsinch industrial estate, Inchinnan, Ferguslie, Paisley Town Centre and Ralston.

PA4 is close to Glasgow International Airport, offering easy travel options for commuters. With easy access to motorway and rail links, including the Glasgow-Paisley mainline, the postcode offers good connectivity for travellers. The area also has a number of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants to cater for residents and visitors.

The PA4 postcode includes many attractions and places of interest. The Riverside Museums, a series of museums focusing on topics such as science, art, health and technology, are located in the area. The parklands at Castle Semple near Lochwinnoch are great for those wanting to spend time outdoors. There are also parks such as Blackhall, Bruce's Castle Park, Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park and Paisley Town Centre Park, plus the area is home to one of Europe's largest indoor markets. The area also boasts a large theatre, two golf courses and one of the oldest bowling greens in the UK.

Schools in the postcode area are part of the Renfrewshire Council, providing education from nursery to further education. There are also 17 secondary schools located in the postcode, including Gleniffer High School and St Mirin's Academy.

The Royal Alexandra Hospital, one of the largest hospitals in Scotland, is based in the area, along with several community and mental health services. Other supportive services in the postcode are a range of residential care homes, community learning, libraries, community councils and youth services.

PA4 is also home to a number of sports clubs and leisure centres. The nearby Braehead Arena is a great place to take part in sports and fitness activities, with a wide range of activities available including ice skating, roller skating, gymnastics, swimming and badminton. It is also home to one of the largest football clubs in the country.

Finally, the postcode is also a great place to invest in property, with a number of homes and new-builds available to rent or buy. The area features a combination of modern apartment blocks and traditional terraced and semi-detached housing, creating a mix of options.

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