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

4,818
Population
2,386
Households
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About Borness

Borness is a small settlement located in the Dumfries and Galloway region of Scotland, within the DG6 postcode area. It lies on the western shore of the Solway Firth, offering views across the water towards Cumbria in England. The area is characterised by its coastal setting, with a mix of residential properties and open countryside nearby. The village is close to the A75 road, providing access to larger towns such as Dumfries and Stranraer. The surrounding landscape includes farmland and coastal paths, making it a peaceful spot for those interested in walking or enjoying the natural environment. While not a large community, Borness has a quiet, rural atmosphere typical of the Scottish Borders.

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Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ross 2 miles Kirkandrews 2.2 miles Borgue 2.2 miles Knockbrex 3.1 miles Barharrow 4.3 miles The Lake 4.5 miles Mutehill 4.7 miles Townhead 5 miles Sand Side 5 miles Sandgreen 5 miles Girthon 5 miles Banks 5.3 miles

Local Government

District Dumfries and Galloway
Ward Dee and Glenkens
Constituency Dumfries and Galloway

Streets in DG6 30 shown View all streets

A711 20 A75 2 A755 5 A762 4 Abbey Park 1 Arden Road 3 Atkinson Close 1 B727 17 B728 1 Baird Way 1 Barrhill Avenue 1 Barrhill Road 1 Barrhill Terrace 1 Boreland Road 4 Bourtree Avenue 1 Bourtree Crescent 1 Bridge Street 2 Buchanan Street 3 Burn Brae 1 Burnside Gardens 1 Burnside Loaning 1 Cannee Chase 1 Captains Brae 1 Castle Bank 1 Castle Gardens 1 Castle Street 2 Castledykes Road 3 Church Place 1 Clemie Close 1 Corby Slap 1

Postcodes in DG6 50 shown View all postcodes

DG6 4AA DG6 4AD DG6 4AF DG6 4AH DG6 4AJ DG6 4AL DG6 4AN DG6 4AP DG6 4AQ DG6 4AR DG6 4AS DG6 4AT DG6 4AU DG6 4AW DG6 4AX DG6 4AZ DG6 4BA DG6 4BB DG6 4BD DG6 4BE DG6 4BF DG6 4BG DG6 4BH DG6 4BJ DG6 4BL DG6 4BN DG6 4BP DG6 4BQ DG6 4BS DG6 4BT DG6 4BU DG6 4BW DG6 4BX DG6 4BY DG6 4BZ DG6 4DA DG6 4DB DG6 4DD DG6 4DE DG6 4DF DG6 4DH DG6 4DJ DG6 4DL DG6 4DN DG6 4DP DG6 4DQ DG6 4DR DG6 4DS DG6 4DT DG6 4DU