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

9,476
Population
4,149
Households
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About Balmerino

Balmerino is a small village located in the county of Fife, in eastern Scotland. It lies just south of the town of Cupar and is known for its rural setting and proximity to the River Earn. The village is historically significant, having been home to Balmerino Abbey, a Cistercian monastery founded in the 13th century, which now stands as a ruin. The surrounding countryside offers peaceful walking trails and views of the rolling Scottish landscape. Balmerino is part of the DD6 postcode area and is easily accessible by road from nearby towns. The community remains small and close-knit, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Fife region, including historic castles and coastal areas.

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Local Data for Balmerino

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Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Invergowrie Train Station 3.4 miles
Leuchars Train Station 6.3 miles
Springfield Train Station 7.9 miles
Broughty Ferry Train Station 7.9 miles
Ladybank Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bottomcraig 0.6 miles Kirkton 0.9 miles Gauldry 1.4 miles Fincraigs 1.4 miles Hazelton Walls 1.8 miles Rathillet 2.6 miles Kilmany 2.6 miles Criech 2.6 miles Wormit 2.8 miles Templehall 3.1 miles Brunton 3.1 miles Ninewells 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Fife
Ward Tay Bridgehead
Constituency North East Fife

Frequently Asked Questions about Balmerino

What is the population of Balmerino?
Balmerino has a population of approximately 9,476 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Balmerino?
Balmerino is covered by the DD6 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Balmerino?
The nearest railway station to Balmerino is Invergowrie Train Station, about 3.4 miles away.

Streets in DD6 30 shown View all streets

A914 1 A92 2 Albert Crescent 1 Albert Street 5 B945 2 B946 2 Back Dykes 1 Balgove Avenue 1 Balgove Road 1 Bank Street 1 Banknowe Avenue 1 Banknowe Drive 1 Banknowe Grove 1 Banknowe Road 1 Banknowe Terrace 1 Bay Road 6 Beach Road 1 Beechwood Terrace West 1 Bell Street 1 Birkhill Avenue 2 Boat Brae 1 Boat Road 3 Braeside Road 1 Bridge Street 2 Bridgehead Place 1 Bridieswell Gardens 1 Broad Street 2 Butter Wynd 1 Castle Brae 1 Castle Road 2

Postcodes in DD6 50 shown View all postcodes

DD6 8AA DD6 8AB DD6 8AD DD6 8AE DD6 8AF DD6 8AG DD6 8AH DD6 8AJ DD6 8AL DD6 8AN DD6 8AP DD6 8AQ DD6 8AR DD6 8AS DD6 8AT DD6 8AU DD6 8AW DD6 8AX DD6 8AY DD6 8AZ DD6 8BA DD6 8BB DD6 8BD DD6 8BE DD6 8BF DD6 8BG DD6 8BH DD6 8BJ DD6 8BL DD6 8BN DD6 8BP DD6 8BQ DD6 8BR DD6 8BS DD6 8BT DD6 8BU DD6 8BW DD6 8BX DD6 8BY DD6 8BZ DD6 8DA DD6 8DB DD6 8DD DD6 8DE DD6 8DF DD6 8DG DD6 8DH DD6 8DJ DD6 8DL DD6 8DN