Saltcoats
Place in North Ayrshire, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.643, -4.783 |
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| OS grid ref: | NS 24 42 |
| Population: | 12,800 |
| Dialling code: | 01294 (Ardrossan) |
Saltcoats is a seaside town on the Firth of Clyde in North Ayrshire, Scotland, forming the historic "Three Towns" conurbation with Ardrossan and Stevenston. It still has long sandy beaches, a Victorian promenade and clear views out to the Isle of Arran, with convenient rail links into Glasgow.
Originally named for its salt‑panning industry, the town grew around a busy harbour, coal exports and shipbuilding in the 18th–19th centuries; today it is largely a commuter and coastal community with tourism, local shops and ongoing regeneration projects that reflect both its historic character and post‑industrial challenges. Community groups, seaside events and conservation of older streets help keep a distinct local identity.
Postcode districts covering Saltcoats
Most populated places nearby
- Paisley 19.8 miles
- East Kilbride 24.4 miles
- Kilmarnock 11.1 miles
- Ayr 14.4 miles
- Greenock 21 miles
- Irvine 5.7 miles
- Clydebank 23.3 miles
- Newton Mearns 20 miles
- Renfrew 22 miles
- Dumbarton 22.6 miles
- Barrhead 18.8 miles
- Kilwinning 3.1 miles
Neighbouring places
- Saltcoats and Stevenston Ward 1 mile
- Ardrossan Place 1.1 miles
- Stevenston Place 1.1 miles
- Kilwinning Place 3.1 miles
- West Kilbride Place 4.2 miles
- Irvine West Ward 4.5 miles
- Dalry Place 5.2 miles
- Irvine Place 5.7 miles
- Irvine South Ward 6.5 miles
- Dreghorn Place 6.7 miles
- Springside Place 7.7 miles
- Irvine East Ward 7.7 miles
Example postcodes in Saltcoats
KA21 5SE, KA21 6BU, KA21 6HE, KA21 6LZ, KA21 5JT, KA21 6JP, KA21 6EU, KA21 5NP, KA21 5PJ … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 12 miles
- Glasgow International Airport 20.9 miles
- Saltcoats Railway Station 0.6 miles
- Ardrossan South Beach Railway Station 0.7 miles
Hotels near Saltcoats Ad
- The Lauriston Hotel 3 0.8 miles
- Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort 4 4.3 miles
- Red Squirrel, Stevenston by Marston's Inns 2 miles
- Seamill House Hotel 4.3 miles
- Riverside Lodge Hotel 4 5.6 miles
- The Gailes Hotel & Spa 4 5.9 miles
- The Waterside Hotel & Spa 4 4 miles
- The Loans Inn 4 8.8 miles
- Gailes Restaurant Hotel 4 6 miles
- The Salt Lodge 4 7.8 miles
Schools in Saltcoats
- Caledonia Primary School Primary
- Dykesmains Primary School Primary
- Mayfield Primary School Primary
- St Anthony's Primary School Primary
- St Matthew's Academy Secondary
Local points of interest
- Ardeer House Estate 1.4 miles
- Eglinton Castle Estate 4.6 miles
- Hunterston House Country house 6.4 miles
- Hunterston Sands Beach 7.3 miles
- Cunninghamhead Estate 7.8 miles
- Troon Beach Beach 8.5 miles
- Fairlie Quay Marina Marina 8.9 miles
- Kelburn Estate 9 miles
- Largs Yacht Haven Marina 9.7 miles
- Rugby Park Stadium 11 miles
- Caldwell House Estate 11.6 miles
- Knock Castle Estate 12.6 miles