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

12,704
Population
5,814
Households
1
Schools nearby
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About Blackford

Blackford is a small settlement located in the Dumfries and Galloway region of south-west Scotland, within the DG11 postcode area. It lies in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and rolling hills typical of the Scottish Borders. The area is known for its peaceful environment and agricultural landscape, with farmland and woodland forming a significant part of the local scenery. While not a large community, Blackford offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with access to nearby villages and amenities. The village is situated close to the A702 road, providing convenient travel links to larger towns such as Lockerbie and Moffat. Its location makes it a practical base for exploring the natural beauty of the region, including the Southern Uplands and the nearby Moffat Hills.

Local Data for Blackford

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Schools & Education 1 nearby View all schools

The Gilmour Centre Not applicable 4 miles

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Lockerbie Train Station 0.7 miles
Annan Train Station 9.6 miles
Dumfries Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lockerbie 0.6 miles Greenhill 2 miles Castlemilk 2.2 miles Heck 2.5 miles Kettleholm 2.6 miles Hightae 2.8 miles Smallholm 3.1 miles Woodlands 3.1 miles South Corrielaw 3.1 miles Applegarthtown 3.1 miles Middleshaw 3.2 miles Kirkwood 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Dumfries and Galloway
Ward Annandale North
Constituency Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale

Frequently Asked Questions about Blackford

What is the population of Blackford?
Blackford has a population of approximately 12,704 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Blackford?
Blackford is covered by the DG11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Blackford?
There are 1 schools within easy reach of Blackford, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Blackford?
The nearest railway station to Blackford is Lockerbie Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in DG11 30 shown View all streets

A701 5 A709 13 A74 1 A74(M) 8 Academy Place 1 Academy Street 1 Alexandra Drive 1 Alexandra Meadows 1 Annan Road 1 Annandale Avenue 1 Annandale Crescent 2 Ardwil Gardens 1 Arthur's Place 3 Ashgrove Crescent 1 Ashgrove Terrace 2 Ashyards Court 2 Ashyards Crescent 1 B6357 4 B7020 11 B7068 15 B7076 24 B722 19 B723 18 B725 17 Balcastle Gardens 1 Bank Court 2 Bankshill Road 1 Barras 1 Barrashead 1 Beckton Road 1

Postcodes in DG11 50 shown View all postcodes

DG11 1AA DG11 1AB DG11 1AD DG11 1AE DG11 1AF DG11 1AG DG11 1AH DG11 1AJ DG11 1AL DG11 1AN DG11 1AP DG11 1AQ DG11 1AR DG11 1AS DG11 1AT DG11 1AU DG11 1AW DG11 1AX DG11 1AY DG11 1AZ DG11 1BA DG11 1BB DG11 1BD DG11 1BE DG11 1BF DG11 1BG DG11 1BJ DG11 1BL DG11 1BN DG11 1BP DG11 1BQ DG11 1BS DG11 1BT DG11 1BU DG11 1BW DG11 1BX DG11 1BY DG11 1BZ DG11 1DA DG11 1DB DG11 1DD DG11 1DE DG11 1DF DG11 1DG DG11 1DH DG11 1DJ DG11 1DL DG11 1DN DG11 1DP DG11 1DQ