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Location in South LanarkshireBirkenshaw sits where the marker shows within the county.

23,755
Population
10,223
Households
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About Birkenshaw

Birkenshaw is a small settlement located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, within the ML9 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Hamilton and is situated near the M74 motorway, making it accessible for those travelling between Glasgow and the south of Scotland. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Birkenshaw is close to several local amenities, including schools, shops, and community facilities, and is served by regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns. The surrounding landscape features open fields and patches of woodland, offering a peaceful environment for residents. While not a major tourist destination, Birkenshaw provides a convenient base for those working in the wider Glasgow region or exploring the central Lowlands.

Local Data for Birkenshaw

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Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Larkhall Train Station 1.1 miles
Merryton Train Station 1.9 miles
Chatelherault Train Station 3.2 miles
Wishaw Train Station 3.7 miles
Shieldmuir Train Station 3.8 miles
Airbles Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Strutherhill 0 yards Machan 0.6 miles Larkhall 0.6 miles Shawsburn 0.9 miles Hareleeshill 0.9 miles Ashgill 1.2 miles Millheugh 1.4 miles Dalserf 2 miles Stonehouse 2 miles Rosebank 2.5 miles Netherburn 2.8 miles Quarter 2.8 miles

Local Government

District South Lanarkshire
Ward Larkhall
Constituency Lanark and Hamilton East

Frequently Asked Questions about Birkenshaw

What is the population of Birkenshaw?
Birkenshaw has a population of approximately 23,755 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Birkenshaw?
Birkenshaw is covered by the ML9 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Birkenshaw?
The nearest railway station to Birkenshaw is Larkhall Train Station, about 1.1 miles away.

Streets in ML9 30 shown View all streets

A71 2 Abbotsford Avenue 1 Academy Street 4 Ailsa Avenue 1 Aklins Lane 1 Albert Drive 2 Andrew Baxter Avenue 1 Andros Court 1 Angle Street 1 Annbank Street 2 Aquitania Crescent 1 Argyle Street 2 Argyll Gardens 1 Arran Path 1 Ash Lane 1 Ashgillhead Road 4 Ashkirk Drive 1 Auldton Terrace 1 Avon Place 1 Avon Road 4 Avon Street 1 Avon View 1 Avonbank Road 1 Ayr Road 1 B7019 2 Baird Avenue 1 Balfour Wynd 3 Balmoral Lane 1 Bannockburn Drive 1 Barefield Street 1

Postcodes in ML9 50 shown View all postcodes

ML9 1AA ML9 1AD ML9 1AE ML9 1AG ML9 1AJ ML9 1AL ML9 1AN ML9 1AP ML9 1AQ ML9 1AR ML9 1AS ML9 1AT ML9 1AU ML9 1AW ML9 1AX ML9 1AY ML9 1AZ ML9 1BA ML9 1BB ML9 1BD ML9 1BE ML9 1BF ML9 1BG ML9 1BH ML9 1BJ ML9 1BL ML9 1BN ML9 1BP ML9 1BQ ML9 1BS ML9 1BT ML9 1BU ML9 1BW ML9 1BX ML9 1BY ML9 1BZ ML9 1DA ML9 1DB ML9 1DD ML9 1DE ML9 1DF ML9 1DG ML9 1DH ML9 1DJ ML9 1DL ML9 1DN ML9 1DP ML9 1DQ ML9 1DR ML9 1DW