Na h-Eileanan an Iar

Na h-Eileanan an Iar spans about 3,062 km² (1,182 sq mi) in Scotland.

Land area3,062 km² (1,182 sq mi)
Postcode districts9
Places337
Largest townIsle of Lewis

Outline from Office for National Statistics and Ordnance Survey data, Open Government Licence v3.0.

Na h-Eileanan an Iar at a Glance

26,135Population99th biggest
Avg house price
Avg income
9/km²Density101st densest
3,062 km²Land area

Amenities & Getting Around

0GP practices
0Train stations
46EV charge points

Source: NHS, National Rail and Open Charge Map.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Na h-Eileanan an Iar?

Na h-Eileanan an Iar has a population of about 26,135 people, at a density of 9 per square kilometre.

Largest Towns in Na h-Eileanan an Iar 8

Isle of Lewis
13.8K
Stornoway
4.5K
Isle of Harris
2.1K
Isle of South Uist
1.8K
Isle of North Uist
1.6K
Isle of Barra
1.3K
Isle of Benbecula
1.3K
Isle of Scalpay
291

Location

Elevation & Terrain

Lowest point Ceann Tangabhal , -7 ft (-2 m)
Highest point Àird Asaig , 781 ft (238 m)
Average across towns 79 ft (24 m)
Elevation range 788 ft (240 m)

Na h-Eileanan an Iar stretches from -7 ft at Ceann Tangabhal up to 781 ft at Àird Asaig, a span of 788 ft across 337 towns and villages. This reflects notably varied terrain, with clear contrasts between lower valleys and higher ground.

Main Towns in Na h-Eileanan an Iar 48

Na h-Eileanan an Iar has 337 towns, villages and localities in total. The main towns are shown below. You can also browse the full A to Z of every place in Na h-Eileanan an Iar.

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Postcode Areas in Na h-Eileanan an Iar 1

Na h-Eileanan an Iar is served by 1 postcode area. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.