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Location in Aberdeen CityCharlestown sits where the marker shows within the county.

28,154
Population
10,688
Households
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About Charlestown

Charlestown is a residential area located in the north-east of Aberdeen, within the city of Aberdeen City in Scotland. It lies to the west of the River Don and is part of the larger urban area of Aberdeen. The area is known for its mix of housing types, including both older terraced homes and more modern developments, and is served by local amenities such as shops, schools, and community facilities. Public transport links are available via bus routes connecting the area to the city centre and surrounding neighbourhoods. The postcode area AB12 covers Charlestown and nearby parts of Aberdeen, and the location is easily accessible by road via the A90 and A950. The area has a strong sense of community and is home to a diverse population.

Local Data for Charlestown

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Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Portlethen Train Station 2.5 miles
Dyce Train Station 8.6 miles
Stonehaven Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Marywell 0.9 miles Cove Bay 1.4 miles Duff's Hill 1.4 miles Nigg 1.4 miles Banchory-Devenick 1.8 miles Altens 1.8 miles Kincorth 1.9 miles Findon 1.9 miles Tullos 2 miles Kaimhill 2 miles Hillside 2 miles Garthdee 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Aberdeen City
Ward Kincorth/Nigg/Cove
Constituency Aberdeen South

Frequently Asked Questions about Charlestown

What is the population of Charlestown?
Charlestown has a population of approximately 28,154 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Charlestown?
Charlestown is covered by the AB12 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Charlestown?
The nearest railway station to Charlestown is Portlethen Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in AB12 30 shown View all streets

A92 4 A956 1 Abbots Place 1 Abbotswell Crescent 11 Abbotswell Drive 3 Abbotswell Road 5 Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route 2 Acorn Place 1 Alder Drive 1 Allison Close 3 Altens Farm Road 2 Altries Wood 1 Annat Bank 1 Arbroath Way 6 Argyll Place 1 Arnot Place 1 Ash Court 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Place 1 Aspen Way 1 Auchlee Gardens 1 Auchlee Wynd 1 Auldearn Gardens 1 Auldearn Place 1 Auldearn Road 1 B9077 7 B979 3 Badentoy Avenue 3 Badentoy Crescent 2 Badentoy Drive 1

Postcodes in AB12 50 shown View all postcodes

AB12 3AA AB12 3AB AB12 3AD AB12 3AE AB12 3AF AB12 3AG AB12 3AH AB12 3AJ AB12 3AL AB12 3AN AB12 3AP AB12 3AQ AB12 3AR AB12 3AS AB12 3AT AB12 3AU AB12 3AW AB12 3AX AB12 3AY AB12 3AZ AB12 3BA AB12 3BB AB12 3BD AB12 3BE AB12 3BF AB12 3BG AB12 3BH AB12 3BJ AB12 3BL AB12 3BN AB12 3BP AB12 3BQ AB12 3BS AB12 3BT AB12 3BU AB12 3BW AB12 3BX AB12 3BY AB12 3BZ AB12 3DA AB12 3DB AB12 3DD AB12 3DE AB12 3DF AB12 3DG AB12 3DH AB12 3DJ AB12 3DN AB12 3DP AB12 3DR