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Balintore built-up area

Built-up area0.5 km² (0.2 sq mi)

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

3,515
Population
1,345
Households
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About Balintore

Balintore is a coastal village located in the Highland region of Scotland, within the IV20 postcode area. Situated on the north-eastern coast of the Moray Firth, it offers views across the water towards the Black Isle and the surrounding hills. The village is known for its fishing heritage and has a small harbour that supports local boat activity. A prominent feature is the historic Balintore Castle, a 19th-century tower house that now serves as a community venue. The village has a modest range of amenities, including a shop, a pub, and a primary school. It is accessible by road via the A970, which connects it to nearby towns such as Tain and Alness. The area is popular with visitors for its coastal walks and opportunities for birdwatching, particularly during the migration seasons.

Local Data for Balintore

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Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Tain Train Station 6.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shandwick 0.6 miles Hilton of Cadboll 0.9 miles Fearn 2.2 miles Hill of Fearn 2.2 miles Lower Pitkerrie 3.1 miles Toulvaddie 3.3 miles Loandhu 3.6 miles Lochslin 3.6 miles Arabella 3.7 miles Wester Arboll 3.8 miles Pitcalnie 4.2 miles Skinnerton 4.3 miles

Local Government

District Highland
Ward Tain and Easter Ross
Constituency Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross

Frequently Asked Questions about Balintore

What is the population of Balintore?
Balintore has a population of approximately 3,515 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Balintore?
Balintore is covered by the IV20 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Balintore?
The nearest railway station to Balintore is Tain Train Station, about 6.7 miles away.

Streets in IV20 30 shown View all streets

Abbotshaven 2 B9165 2 Back Street 1 Balinroich Road 1 Balintore Park 1 Balnabruach Road 1 Bank Street 2 Brae Foot 2 Burnside 1 Cadboll Castle Road 1 Carnegie Place 1 Castle Street 1 Castle Wynd 1 Chapel Hill 1 Chapel Place 2 Chapel Street 2 Chicago Street 1 East Street 3 Finlayson Street 1 Front Street 1 Fuaran 1 Gaza 1 Gaza Back Street 1 Geanies 1 Gordon Brae 1 Gordon Place 1 Gordon Terrace 1 Gowan Bank Place 1 Harbour Street 1 Hill Street 1

Postcodes in IV20 50 shown View all postcodes

IV20 1AB IV20 1QA IV20 1QZ IV20 1RB IV20 1RD IV20 1RE IV20 1RF IV20 1RG IV20 1RH IV20 1RL IV20 1RN IV20 1RP IV20 1RQ IV20 1RR IV20 1RS IV20 1RT IV20 1RU IV20 1RW IV20 1RX IV20 1RY IV20 1RZ IV20 1SA IV20 1SB IV20 1SD IV20 1SE IV20 1SF IV20 1SG IV20 1SH IV20 1SJ IV20 1SL IV20 1SN IV20 1SP IV20 1SQ IV20 1SR IV20 1SS IV20 1ST IV20 1SU IV20 1SW IV20 1SX IV20 1SY IV20 1SZ IV20 1TA IV20 1TB IV20 1TD IV20 1TE IV20 1TG IV20 1TH IV20 1TJ IV20 1TL IV20 1TN