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Location in North LanarkshireCarfin sits where the marker shows within the county.

59,679
Population
23,913
Households
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About Carfin

Carfin is a small settlement located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, within the ML1 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Motherwell and is part of the wider urban area of the Clyde Valley. The community is situated near the River Clyde and is known for its proximity to industrial heritage sites, including the former Carfin Grotto, a notable example of religious architecture built in the early 20th century. The area has a mix of residential housing and local amenities, with access to public transport and nearby shopping facilities. Carfin is also close to the M8 motorway, providing convenient links to Glasgow and other major towns in the region. The surrounding landscape includes open fields and woodland areas, offering opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation.

Local Data for Carfin

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Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Carfin Train Station 0.2 miles
Holytown Train Station 0.9 miles
Cleland Train Station 1.7 miles
Shieldmuir Train Station 1.9 miles
Airbles Train Station 2.1 miles
Wishaw Train Station 2.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Yett 0.6 miles Cleekhimin 0.6 miles New Stevenston 0.9 miles Newarthill 0.9 miles Cleland 1.2 miles Holytown 1.4 miles Biggar Road 1.4 miles Craigneuk 1.4 miles Mossend 1.8 miles Motherwell 1.8 miles Forgewood 1.9 miles Parkside 1.9 miles

Local Government

District North Lanarkshire
Ward Motherwell North
Constituency Motherwell and Wishaw

Frequently Asked Questions about Carfin

What is the population of Carfin?
Carfin has a population of approximately 59,679 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Carfin?
Carfin is covered by the ML1 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Carfin?
The nearest railway station to Carfin is Carfin Train Station, about 0.2 miles away.

Streets in ML1 30 shown View all streets

A721 5 A723 1 Aberlady Street 2 Aberlour Place 1 Abernethy Place 1 Addie Street 1 Adele Street 3 Aikman Road 1 Ailsa Avenue 1 Ailsa Crescent 2 Airbles Crescent 2 Airbles Drive 1 Airbles Farm Road 1 Airbles Road 11 Airbles Street 5 Albans Crescent 2 Albert Quadrant 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Gardens 1 Aldersyde Terrace 1 Alexander Gibson Court 1 Alexander Gibson Way 1 Alexander Path 3 Allan Street 1 Allandale Avenue 1 Almond Way 1 Alyssum Crescent 1 Amber Grove 1 Anderson Street 2 Angus Avenue 2

Postcodes in ML1 50 shown View all postcodes

ML1 1AA ML1 1AB ML1 1AE ML1 1AF ML1 1AG ML1 1AH ML1 1AJ ML1 1AL ML1 1AN ML1 1AP ML1 1AQ ML1 1AR ML1 1AS ML1 1AT ML1 1AZ ML1 1BB ML1 1BH ML1 1BN ML1 1BP ML1 1BS ML1 1BW ML1 1BX ML1 1BY ML1 1BZ ML1 1DB ML1 1DE ML1 1DF ML1 1DG ML1 1DH ML1 1DJ ML1 1DL ML1 1DN ML1 1DQ ML1 1DR ML1 1DS ML1 1DT ML1 1DU ML1 1DW ML1 1DX ML1 1DY ML1 1DZ ML1 1EA ML1 1EB ML1 1ED ML1 1EE ML1 1EF ML1 1EG ML1 1EH ML1 1EJ ML1 1EL