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 miles31.9 km
- East Kilbride 24.4 miles39.3 km
- Kilmarnock 11.1 miles17.9 km
- Ayr 14.4 miles23.1 km
- Greenock 21 miles33.9 km
- Irvine 5.7 miles9.1 km
- Clydebank 23.3 miles37.6 km
- Newton Mearns 20 miles32.3 km
- Renfrew 22 miles35.5 km
- Dumbarton 22.6 miles36.4 km
- Barrhead 18.8 miles30.2 km
- Kilwinning 3.1 miles5 km
Neighbouring places
- Saltcoats and Stevenston Ward 1 mile1.6 km
- Ardrossan Place 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Stevenston Place 1.1 miles1.8 km
- Kilwinning Place 3.1 miles5 km
- West Kilbride Place 4.2 miles6.8 km
- Irvine West Ward 4.5 miles7.2 km
- Dalry Place 5.2 miles8.3 km
- Irvine Place 5.7 miles9.1 km
- Irvine South Ward 6.5 miles10.4 km
- Dreghorn Place 6.7 miles10.8 km
- Springside Place 7.7 miles12.3 km
- Irvine East Ward 7.7 miles12.4 km
Example postcodes in Saltcoats
KA21 6AA, KA21 6GS, KA21 6EJ, KA21 5SD, KA21 6LQ, KA21 6GE, KA21 5LD, KA21 5JF, KA21 5RL … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 12 miles19.3 km
- Glasgow International Airport 20.9 miles33.6 km
- Saltcoats Railway Station 0.6 miles1 km
- Ardrossan South Beach Railway Station 0.7 miles1.1 km
Hotels near Saltcoats Ad
- Lauriston Hotel 0.8 miles1.2 km
- The Waterside Hotel 4 4 miles6.4 km
- Seamill House Hotel 4.3 miles7 km
- Dundonald Links 6.5 miles10.5 km
- Seamill Hydro Hotel & Resort 4 4.3 miles6.9 km
- The Salt Lodge 4 7.8 miles12.6 km
- Riverside Lodge Hotel 4 5.6 miles9 km
- Old Loans Inn 4 8.8 miles14.1 km
- The Gailes Hotel and Spa 4 6 miles9.7 km
- Piersland House 4 9.2 miles14.9 km
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 miles2.3 km
- Eglinton Castle Estate 4.6 miles7.3 km
- Hunterston House Country house 6.4 miles10.4 km
- Hunterston Sands Beach 7.3 miles11.8 km
- Cunninghamhead Estate 7.8 miles12.6 km
- Troon Beach Beach 8.5 miles13.7 km
- Fairlie Quay Marina Marina 8.9 miles14.4 km
- Kelburn Estate 9 miles14.4 km
- Largs Yacht Haven Marina 9.7 miles15.5 km
- Rugby Park Stadium 11 miles17.8 km
- Caldwell House Estate 11.6 miles18.6 km
- Knock Castle Estate 12.6 miles20.4 km