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Creca built-up area

Built-up area0.4 km² (0.2 sq mi)

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

12,660
Population
5,845
Households
1
Schools nearby
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About Creca

Creca is a small village located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, within the postcode area DG12. The village is surrounded by the scenic countryside typical of this region, offering a peaceful atmosphere for those who visit. It is situated close to the River Nith, which provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape.

The local community is primarily residential, with a few amenities available for residents and visitors. Nearby towns, such as Thornhill and Sanquhar, offer additional services and facilities. Creca serves as a quiet base for exploring the wider area, with its rural setting appealing to those who appreciate the outdoors and the simplicity of village life.

Local Data for Creca

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Schools & Education 1 nearby View all schools

1 Primary
Bowness-on-Solway Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Annan Train Station 3.3 miles
Lockerbie Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kirtlebridge 1.4 miles Moorend 1.9 miles Newton 2.5 miles Brydekirk 2.5 miles Dornock 2.6 miles Eaglesfield 2.6 miles Eastriggs 2.8 miles Lowthertown 2.8 miles Watchill 2.8 miles Kirkpatrick-Fleming 3.1 miles Annan 3.1 miles Ecclefechan 3.1 miles

Local Government

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Creca

What is the population of Creca?
Creca has a population of approximately 12,660 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Creca?
Creca is covered by the DG12 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Creca?
There are 1 schools within easy reach of Creca, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Creca?
The nearest railway station to Creca is Annan Train Station, about 3.3 miles away.

Streets in DG12 30 shown View all streets

A75 7 Addison Place 2 Adelaide Place 1 Albert Place 1 Alexandra Place 1 Annan Millennium Bridge 1 Annan Road 11 Annanhill 1 Annerley Road 2 Auckland Walk 1 B6357 3 B7020 2 B721 9 B722 4 B723 1 B724 11 Back Lady Street 1 Baffin Place 1 Bank Street 4 Battery Street 1 Bellevue Road 4 Breakwell Avenue 1 Brisbane Road 1 Broom Crescent 1 Bruce Street 3 Butts Street 6 Calcutta Road 1 Caledonian Crescent 2 Calverley Place 1 Carlyle's Place 1

Postcodes in DG12 50 shown View all postcodes

DG12 5AA DG12 5AB DG12 5AD DG12 5AE DG12 5AG DG12 5AH DG12 5AJ DG12 5AL DG12 5AN DG12 5AP DG12 5AQ DG12 5AR DG12 5AS DG12 5AT DG12 5AU DG12 5AW DG12 5AX DG12 5AY DG12 5AZ DG12 5BA DG12 5BB DG12 5BD DG12 5BE DG12 5BG DG12 5BH DG12 5BJ DG12 5BL DG12 5BN DG12 5BP DG12 5BQ DG12 5BT DG12 5BW DG12 5DA DG12 5DB DG12 5DD DG12 5DE DG12 5DF DG12 5DG DG12 5DH DG12 5DJ DG12 5DL DG12 5DN DG12 5DP DG12 5DQ DG12 5DR DG12 5DS DG12 5DT DG12 5DU DG12 5DW DG12 5DX