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Inverclyde West

Ward in Inverclyde, Scotland

Coordinates:55.949, -4.838
OS grid ref:NS 22 76
Dialling code: 01475 (Greenock)
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Inverclyde West sits on the coastal western edge of Inverclyde, hugging the shores of the Firth of Clyde. It blends suburban neighbourhoods and Victorian seafront areas with pockets of more rural village character, offering sweeping views across the water towards Glasgow and the Ayrshire coast.

The area’s identity reflects a strong maritime and shipbuilding past, visible in old docks and waterfront architecture, while the local economy now mixes small-scale industry, retail and commuter links into the central belt. Promenades, coastal walking and active community groups are important to cultural and social life, and ongoing regeneration has become a notable theme in recent years.

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Transport links

  • Glasgow International Airport 16.5 miles26.6 km
  • Glasgow Prestwick Airport 31.9 miles51.3 km
  • Gourock Railway Station 1.2 miles2 km
  • Branchton Railway Station 1.4 miles2.3 km

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Schools in Inverclyde West

  • Clydeview Academy Secondary
  • Gourock Primary School Primary
  • Moorfoot Primary School Primary
  • St Columba's High School Secondary
  • St Ninian's Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Kip Marina Marina 3 miles4.8 km
  • Albert Harbour (historical) Harbour 3 miles4.9 km
  • West Harbour (historical) Harbour 3.2 miles5.2 km
  • East India Harbour Harbour 3.5 miles5.6 km
  • Victoria Harbour Harbour 3.6 miles5.8 km
  • Cappielow Stadium 4.3 miles7 km
  • Kilmun Arboretum Gardens 4.4 miles7.1 km
  • Rosneath House Estate 4.5 miles7.2 km
  • Great Harbour Harbour 4.7 miles7.6 km
  • East Yard Shipyard, Port Glasgow Historic site 5.4 miles8.7 km
  • Knockdow Estate 8.8 miles14.2 km
  • Glenstriven Estate 8.9 miles14.2 km