About Aberdeenshire
Aberdeenshire is a county in Scotland. Browse the 451 places below.
Location
Living in Aberdeenshire
Aberdeenshire is a large and diverse county in the north east of Scotland, known for its wide open landscapes, long coastline and strong rural traditions. It surrounds the city of Aberdeen and stretches from the North Sea coast inland to the Cairngorm mountains, giving it an impressive range of scenery. The county includes fertile farmland, rolling hills, forested areas and dramatic upland terrain, all of which have shaped local life over generations.
The county is dotted with small towns and villages such as Peterhead, Fraserburgh, Huntly and Stonehaven, many of which have grown around fishing, farming or local industry. Aberdeenshire has a deep sense of history, reflected in its castles, standing stones and traditional settlements. Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, alongside energy, tourism and food production, helping to support stable communities across a wide geographic area.
Natural features play a central role in defining Aberdeenshire, from its rugged coastline and sandy beaches to inland rivers such as the Dee, Don and Deveron. Outdoor activities are part of everyday life for many residents, with walking, cycling and wildlife watching widely enjoyed throughout the year. Overall, Aberdeenshire offers a calm and enduring blend of landscape, heritage and working rural life, making it a distinctive and well balanced county within Scotland.
Places in Aberdeenshire 451
Postcode Areas in Aberdeenshire 2
Aberdeenshire is served by 2 postcode areas. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.