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Location in East LothianBelhaven sits where the marker shows within the county.

12,956
Population
4,506
Households
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About Belhaven

Belhaven is a coastal village located in East Lothian, Scotland, within the EH42 postcode area. Situated on the North Sea, it offers a mix of residential properties and holiday accommodation, with a small harbour that supports local fishing and recreational boating. The village has a long history as a fishing community, and its shoreline is popular with walkers and birdwatchers. There are several public access points to the beach, and a promenade runs along part of the coast, providing views across the Firth of Forth. The area is known for its calm atmosphere and proximity to other East Lothian coastal towns. Local amenities include a small shop, a café, and a community hall, with more services available in nearby Dunbar.

Local Data for Belhaven

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Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

North Berwick Train Station 8.5 miles
Drem Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dunbar 0.6 miles West Barns 0.6 miles Wester Broomhouse 1.4 miles Broxburn 2 miles Spott 2 miles Knowes 3.2 miles Stenton 3.5 miles Tyninghame 3.8 miles Phantassie 4.4 miles East Linton 4.4 miles Preston 4.4 miles Innerwick 4.5 miles

Local Government

District East Lothian
Ward Dunbar and East Linton
Constituency East Lothian

Frequently Asked Questions about Belhaven

What is the population of Belhaven?
Belhaven has a population of approximately 12,956 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Belhaven?
Belhaven is covered by the EH42 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Belhaven?
The nearest railway station to Belhaven is North Berwick Train Station, about 8.5 miles away.

Streets in EH42 30 shown View all streets

A1 9 A1087 6 A198 1 A199 3 Abbey Road 2 Aitken Court 2 Alexander Gardens 1 Ancroft 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashfield Court 1 Ashfield Place 1 B6370 3 Back Lane 1 Back Road 3 Baillie Court 2 Barns Ness Terrace 2 Bayswell Park 1 Bayswell Road 2 Beachmont Court 1 Beachmont Place 2 Beech Street 2 Belhaven Road 8 Bellevue Avenue 2 Beveridge Links 3 Beveridge Row 2 Bielside Gardens 1 Binning Wood Road 1 Boroughdales 1 Bothwell Gardens 1 Bowmont Terrace 3

Postcodes in EH42 50 shown View all postcodes

EH42 1AA EH42 1AB EH42 1AD EH42 1AE EH42 1AF EH42 1AG EH42 1AH EH42 1AJ EH42 1AL EH42 1AN EH42 1AP EH42 1AQ EH42 1AR EH42 1AS EH42 1AT EH42 1AU EH42 1AW EH42 1AX EH42 1AY EH42 1AZ EH42 1BA EH42 1BB EH42 1BD EH42 1BE EH42 1BF EH42 1BG EH42 1BH EH42 1BJ EH42 1BL EH42 1BN EH42 1BP EH42 1BQ EH42 1BS EH42 1BT EH42 1BU EH42 1BW EH42 1BX EH42 1BY EH42 1BZ EH42 1DA EH42 1DB EH42 1DD EH42 1DE EH42 1DF EH42 1DG EH42 1DH EH42 1DJ EH42 1DL EH42 1DN EH42 1DP