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Location in Dumfries and GallowayAuchencairn sits where the marker shows within the county.

26,843
Population
11,981
Households
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About Auchencairn

Auchencairn is a coastal village located in the Dumfries and Galloway region of south-west Scotland. Situated on the north shore of the Solway Firth, it offers views across the water towards England. The village is known for its sandy beach and the nearby Auchencairn Bay, which is popular with walkers and those seeking a peaceful seaside retreat. The area is part of the historic county of Kirkcudbrightshire and lies within the DG1 postcode area. The local landscape features a mix of coastal dunes and grassy headlands, with the village itself comprising a small cluster of houses and a few amenities. It is a quiet place, ideal for those looking to enjoy a relaxed holiday by the sea.

Local Data for Auchencairn

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Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Dumfries Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Duncow 0.9 miles Newlands 0.9 miles Gallaberry 1.4 miles Kirkton 1.9 miles Carzield 2 miles Amisfield 2.2 miles Dalswinton 2.6 miles Tinwald 2.6 miles Locharbriggs 2.8 miles Kirkmichael Mains 3.1 miles Parkgate 3.1 miles Ae 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Dumfries and Galloway
Ward Nith
Constituency Dumfries and Galloway

Frequently Asked Questions about Auchencairn

What is the population of Auchencairn?
Auchencairn has a population of approximately 26,843 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Auchencairn?
Auchencairn is covered by the DG1 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Auchencairn?
The nearest railway station to Auchencairn is Dumfries Train Station, about 4.9 miles away.

Streets in DG1 30 shown View all streets

A701 20 A709 5 A75 8 Academy Street 2 Aiket Loaning 1 Airds Avenue 1 Airds Court 1 Airds Drive 1 Akers Avenue 1 Albany lane 1 Alder Court 1 Aldermanhill Road 1 Annan Road 23 Anne Arundel Court 1 Anson Avenue 1 Ardwall Road 1 Argyll Drive 1 Arrol Drive 1 Ash Grove 2 Aspen Crescent 1 Assembly Street 1 Astor Drive 1 Auchencrieff Road North 3 Auchencrieff Road South 3 Auchenkeld Avenue 2 B724 10 B725 17 Back Row 2 Ballater Avenue 1 Balmoral Avenue 1

Postcodes in DG1 50 shown View all postcodes

DG1 1AA DG1 1AF DG1 1AG DG1 1AH DG1 1AJ DG1 1BA DG1 1BD DG1 1BF DG1 1BG DG1 1BH DG1 1BJ DG1 1BL DG1 1BS DG1 1BT DG1 1BU DG1 1BW DG1 1BX DG1 1BY DG1 1BZ DG1 1DA DG1 1DB DG1 1DD DG1 1DE DG1 1DF DG1 1DG DG1 1DJ DG1 1DL DG1 1DR DG1 1DT DG1 1DU DG1 1DX DG1 1EA DG1 1EB DG1 1EF DG1 1EG DG1 1EH DG1 1EJ DG1 1EL DG1 1ET DG1 1EW DG1 1EX DG1 1FA DG1 1GL DG1 1GN DG1 1GP DG1 1GQ DG1 1GZ DG1 1HA DG1 1HB DG1 1HD