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

2,240
Population
691
Households
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About Blackcastle

Blackcastle is a small settlement located in Midlothian, within the EH37 postcode area of Scotland. It lies to the west of the town of Dalkeith, situated on the edge of the Pentland Hills. The area is characterised by rural landscapes and rolling hills, with a mix of residential properties and open countryside. The name Blackcastle is believed to derive from an old fortress or stronghold, though no visible remains of a castle are present today. The village is accessible via the A702 road, which connects it to nearby towns and the M8 motorway. While small in size, Blackcastle offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quieter lifestyle within easy reach of Edinburgh and other major centres. The surrounding area provides opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, with the Pentland Hills Regional Park nearby.

Local Data for Blackcastle

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Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Gorebridge Train Station 4.5 miles
Newtongrange Train Station 5.8 miles
Wallyford Train Station 8.6 miles
Prestonpans Train Station 8.9 miles
Musselburgh Train Station 9.4 miles
Stow Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tynehead 1.2 miles Fala 1.8 miles Falahill 2.2 miles Gilston 2.6 miles Crichton 2.6 miles Borthwick 3.1 miles Humbie 3.1 miles Middleton 3.3 miles Pathhead 3.3 miles Newlandrig 3.6 miles North Middleton 3.7 miles Heriot 3.8 miles

Local Government

District Midlothian
Ward Midlothian East
Constituency Midlothian

Frequently Asked Questions about Blackcastle

What is the population of Blackcastle?
Blackcastle has a population of approximately 2,240 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Blackcastle?
Blackcastle is covered by the EH37 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Blackcastle?
The nearest railway station to Blackcastle is Gorebridge Train Station, about 4.5 miles away.

Streets in EH37 30 shown View all streets

A6093 1 A68 9 B6367 3 B6368 1 B6371 1 B6372 2 B6457 1 B6458 2 Colegate Road 1 Crichton Avenue 4 Crichton Drive 6 Crichton Road 2 Crichton Terrace 2 Edgehead Road 4 Elizabeth Dickson Gardens 2 Eskbank Road 1 Fala to Watergate Toll 2 Hill Road 1 Laird's Entry 2 Main Street 11 Ormiston Road 2 Oxenfoord Avenue 1 Oxenfoord Drive 2 Preston Place 2 Roman Camp 1 Roman Camp Way 1 Roman Court 1 Salters' Road 1 The Loan 1 Tyne Bridge 1

Postcodes in EH37 50 shown View all postcodes

EH37 5AB EH37 5AH EH37 5PP EH37 5PT EH37 5PU EH37 5PX EH37 5PY EH37 5PZ EH37 5QA EH37 5QB EH37 5QD EH37 5QE EH37 5QF EH37 5QG EH37 5QH EH37 5QJ EH37 5QL EH37 5QN EH37 5QP EH37 5QQ EH37 5QR EH37 5QS EH37 5QT EH37 5QU EH37 5QW EH37 5QX EH37 5QY EH37 5QZ EH37 5RA EH37 5RB EH37 5RD EH37 5RE EH37 5RF EH37 5RG EH37 5RH EH37 5RJ EH37 5RL EH37 5RN EH37 5RP EH37 5RR EH37 5RT EH37 5RW EH37 5SG EH37 5SH EH37 5SJ EH37 5SL EH37 5SN EH37 5SP EH37 5SQ EH37 5SR