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

8,519
Population
3,583
Households
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About Carmichael

Carmichael is a small settlement located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, within the ML12 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Lanark, situated in a rural landscape typical of the Scottish Lowlands. The area is characterised by open fields and scattered farmsteads, with the nearby River Clyde forming a natural boundary to the north. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. While it lacks major attractions, the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the local scenery. The area is accessible by road, with the A702 providing a direct route to nearby towns. The community maintains a strong sense of local identity, with regular events and gatherings contributing to its social fabric.

Local Data for Carmichael

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Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Carstairs Train Station 4.7 miles
Carluke Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sandilands 1.9 miles Hyndford Bridge 2 miles Thankerton 3.1 miles Rigside 3.1 miles Pettinain 3.1 miles Covington 3.2 miles Douglas Water 3.3 miles Bankhead 3.5 miles New Lanark 3.5 miles Lanark 4 miles Wiston 4.2 miles Quothquan 4.4 miles

Local Government

District South Lanarkshire
Ward Clydesdale East
Constituency Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale

Frequently Asked Questions about Carmichael

What is the population of Carmichael?
Carmichael has a population of approximately 8,519 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What postcodes cover Carmichael?
Carmichael is covered by the ML12 postcode district.
Where is the nearest train station to Carmichael?
The nearest railway station to Carmichael is Carstairs Train Station, about 4.7 miles away.

Streets in ML12 30 shown View all streets

A701 6 A702 17 A72 3 A721 1 A73 4 Abington Road 2 Albion Court 1 Annieston Place 1 B7016 3 B7040 1 B7055 1 B7076 1 B712 2 B740 2 B797 6 Baird Way 1 Ballgreen Road 2 Belstane Avenue 1 Bencroft Avenue 1 Biggar Road 6 Biggarshiels Road 2 Birthwood Road 2 Bizzyberry Crescent 2 Blackwood Murray Lane 2 Boat Road 2 Boghall Avenue 1 Boghall Park 1 Bowling Green Lane 1 Bridgend 1 Broadfield Road 1

Postcodes in ML12 50 shown View all postcodes

ML12 6AA ML12 6AB ML12 6AD ML12 6AE ML12 6AF ML12 6AG ML12 6AH ML12 6AJ ML12 6AL ML12 6AN ML12 6AP ML12 6AQ ML12 6AR ML12 6AS ML12 6AW ML12 6AX ML12 6AY ML12 6AZ ML12 6BA ML12 6BD ML12 6BE ML12 6BF ML12 6BG ML12 6BH ML12 6BJ ML12 6BL ML12 6BN ML12 6BP ML12 6BQ ML12 6BT ML12 6BU ML12 6BW ML12 6BX ML12 6BY ML12 6BZ ML12 6DA ML12 6DB ML12 6DD ML12 6DE ML12 6DF ML12 6DG ML12 6DH ML12 6DJ ML12 6DL ML12 6DN ML12 6DP ML12 6DQ ML12 6DR ML12 6DS ML12 6DT