Ballingry on the map

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

21,000
Population
8,900
Households
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About Ballingry

Ballingry is a small settlement located in the county of Fife, in eastern Scotland. It lies just south of the town of Cowdenbeath and is part of the wider Dunfermline area. The village is situated near the A91 road, which connects it to nearby towns and the M90 motorway. Ballingry has a mix of residential housing and some local amenities, including a community centre and a primary school. The area has historical ties to coal mining, with former collieries playing a significant role in its development during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it remains a quiet, family-oriented community with easy access to larger towns and services. The postcode area KY5 covers Ballingry and surrounding villages, providing a local postal identity.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Lochgelly Train Station 2.3 miles
Cardenden Train Station 3 miles
Cowdenbeath Train Station 3.6 miles
Dunfermline Queen Margaret Train Station 6.7 miles
Glenrothes With Thornton Train Station 7.1 miles
Kirkcaldy Train Station 7.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Fife
Ward Lochgelly, Cardenden and Benarty
Constituency Glenrothes

Frequently Asked Questions about Ballingry

What is the population of Ballingry?
Ballingry has a population of approximately 21,000 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Ballingry?
Ballingry is covered by the KY5 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Ballingry?
The nearest railway station to Ballingry is Lochgelly Train Station, about 2.3 miles away.