Torry/Ferryhill
Ward in Aberdeen City, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 57.135, -2.085 |
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| OS grid ref: | NJ 94 04 |
| Dialling code: | 01224 (Aberdeen) |
The Torry and Ferryhill area sits on the south bank of the River Dee in Aberdeen, looking out over the North Sea and the working quays of Aberdeen Harbour. Its mix of hillside housing in Ferryhill and more traditional coastal streets in Torry gives the neighbourhood a strong sea‑facing character and easy access to the city centre.
Historically tied to fishing, maritime trades and wartime coastal defences, the community has a distinct local identity with green spaces such as St Fittick's Park and a range of community facilities; recent regeneration and shifts in the harbour and energy sectors have also influenced the local economy and social life, making it known for its views, community spirit and close connection to Aberdeen’s maritime story.
Postcode districts covering Torry/Ferryhill
Most populated places nearby
- Aberdeen 2.3 miles3.6 km
- Inverurie 15 miles24.1 km
- Westhill 8.1 miles13 km
- Stonehaven 12.6 miles20.3 km
- Ellon 16 miles25.8 km
Neighbouring places
- George St/Harbour Ward 1.2 miles1.9 km
- Kincorth/Nigg/Cove Ward 1.8 miles2.9 km
- Midstocket/Rosemount Ward 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Airyhall/Broomhill/Garthdee Ward 2 miles3.2 km
- Aberdeen Place 2.3 miles3.6 km
- Cove Bay Place 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen Ward 2.5 miles4.1 km
- Hilton/Woodside/Stockethill Ward 2.7 miles4.3 km
- Hazlehead/Queens Cross/Countesswells Ward 3 miles4.9 km
- Northfield/Mastrick North Ward 3.4 miles5.4 km
- Marywell Place 3.5 miles5.7 km
- Bridge of Don Ward 4.6 miles7.4 km
Example postcodes in Torry/Ferryhill
AB11 6TH, AB11 8LH, AB10 6AB, AB11 6HJ, AB11 6AW, AB11 9JQ, AB11 9AE, AB11 8DA, AB11 9LS … See all
Transport links
- Aberdeen Airport 6.3 miles10.1 km
- Inverness Airport 78.4 miles126.2 km
- Aberdeen Railway Station 0.8 miles1.3 km
- Portlethen Railway Station 5.3 miles8.5 km
Hotels in Torry/Ferryhill Ad
- Ferryhill House Hotel
- Leonardo Hotel Aberdeen 4
- Park Inn by Radisson Aberdeen 3
- Holiday Inn Express Aberdeen City Centre 3
- Lost Guest House - Aberdeen 3
- Inn at the Park Hotel
- Chapel Apartments
- Aberdeen House 3
- The Station Hotel 3
- Terra Nova Hotel
Schools in Torry/Ferryhill
- Ferryhill School Primary
- Greyhope School & Community Hub Primary
- Tullos School Primary
Local points of interest
- Union Square Shopping centre 0.8 miles1.3 km
- Aberdeen Maritime Museum Museum 0.9 miles1.5 km
- Aberdeen Beach Beach 1.4 miles2.2 km
- Pittodrie Stadium Stadium 1.7 miles2.7 km
- King's College College 2.1 miles3.4 km
- University of Aberdeen College 2.2 miles3.5 km
- University of Aberdeen University 2.2 miles3.6 km
- Ardoe House Estate 3.4 miles5.5 km
- Stoneyhill Wood Forest 5.5 miles8.8 km
- Fowlershill Wood Forest 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Parkhill Wood Forest 5.9 miles9.5 km
- Todhill Wood Forest 6.2 miles10 km