perth PH9 Postcodes

Perth (PH9)

The PH9 postcode area is located in the Perth postcode town region, within the county of Perthshire, and contains a total of 54 individual postcodes.

There are 18 electoral wards in the PH9 postcode area, including Aberfeldy,Acharacle, Arisaig, Auchterarder, Aviemore, Ballachulish, Blairgowrie, Boat Of Garten, Carrbridge, Corrour, Crieff, Dalwhinnie, Dunkeld, Fort Augustus, Fort William, Glenfinnan, Grantown-On-Spey, Invergarry, Isle Of Canna, Isle Of Eigg, Isle Of Rum, Kingussie, Kinlochleven, Lochailort, Mallaig, Nethy Bridge, Newtonmore, Perth, Pitlochry, Roy Bridge, Spean Bridge which come under the local authority of the Perth & Kinross Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 0% of people in PH9 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 PH9 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

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The PH9 postcode is located in the Perth district in Scotland. It is bordered by the districts of Perth and Kinross, Aberdeen City, and Aberdeenshire. The postcode area is in the heartland of Perth and Kinross, consisting of several post towns, including Blairgowrie, Alyth, Bankfoot, Rattray, Coupar Angus, and Blair Atholl.

The core area of PH9 is mainly uninhabited, consisting largely of farmland, moorland, forest, and rivers. However, the settlement of Blairgowrie, on the banks of the River Ericht, is the largest population centre in the postcode area. The town is known for its fruit growing, especially soft fruits such as blackberries and raspberries, and is a popular tourist destination. Other settlements in PH9 include Alyth, Coupar Angus, Bankfoot, Rattray, and Blair Atholl.

The PH9 postcode covers much of Perthshire and the Eastern Grampians, an area of rolling hills and lush valleys in the highlands of Scotland. The area also enjoys fresh, crystal clear mountain streams, with salmon fishing in season, making it popular with anglers. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, from red deer to red grouse, from the woodland birds of the forests to sea eagles and ospreys.

Much of the PH9 postcode was formed from the lands of the historic Clan Rattray, long associated with this part of Perthshire and whose great clan seat is the impressive Rattray Castle. There is also a range of historic monuments that dot the landscape of the postcode, including the ancient stone circle of King's View, several Pictish standing stones, and the historical ruins of Murthly Castle.

The PH9 postcode is well serviced by public transport, with several bus routes connecting the area to the city of Perth as well as regular commuter routes into Aberdeen and Edinburgh. There are also several national rail services providing regular services to and from Scotland's major cities.

The postcode area is also known for its excellent leisure facilities, providing a wide variety of activities for both residents and visitors. There are several golf courses in the area, as well as several historical sites such as Scone Palace and the 205-acre Murthly Estate which is open to the public. For those looking for outdoor activities the area also provides numerous forests, rivers and lochs offering hiking, canoeing, fishing, and mountain biking.

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