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Location in FalkirkCarriden sits where the marker shows within the county.

15,529
Population
6,798
Households
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About Carriden

Carriden is a small settlement located in the Falkirk council area of central Scotland, within the EH51 postcode region. It lies to the west of the town of Falkirk, near the A80 road, and is situated close to the historic Carriden House, a former estate that dates back to the 17th century. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing, and is well connected to nearby towns and transport links. While it does not have a large commercial centre, it offers local amenities and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Falkirk and Stirling. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Scottish lowlands, with open fields and scattered woodland. Carriden is a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity and a history tied to the agricultural and industrial development of the region.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Linlithgow Train Station 2.8 miles
Polmont Train Station 5.6 miles
Dunfermline City Train Station 6.1 miles
Rosyth Train Station 6.3 miles
North Queensferry Train Station 7.1 miles
Inverkeithing Train Station 7.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Falkirk
Ward Bo'ness and Blackness
Constituency Bathgate and Linlithgow

Frequently Asked Questions about Carriden

What is the population of Carriden?
Carriden has a population of approximately 15,529 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Carriden?
Carriden is covered by the EH51 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Carriden?
The nearest railway station to Carriden is Linlithgow Train Station, about 2.8 miles away.