Linwood
Place in Renfrewshire, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.849, -4.501 |
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| OS grid ref: | NS 43 64 |
| Population: | 8,590 |
| Dialling code: | 01505 (Johnstone) |
Linwood is a small town in Renfrewshire, Scotland, situated in the west-central belt of the country. It sits close to other towns such as Paisley and Johnstone, and benefits from good road and rail connections into Glasgow, making it a convenient commuter location while retaining a distinct local community.
Historically a modest weaving village, Linwood expanded sharply in the 20th century and became best known for a large car manufacturing plant which shaped the town’s economy and identity; the closure of that industry brought economic challenges but also prompted waves of regeneration. Today the town combines residential neighbourhoods with light industry and retail, community-led projects and sports facilities, and an ongoing focus on renewing housing and public spaces to improve social and economic prospects.
Postcode districts covering Linwood
Most populated places nearby
- Glasgow 9.9 miles15.9 km
- Paisley 2.9 miles4.6 km
- East Kilbride 13.4 miles21.6 km
- Hamilton 18.2 miles29.2 km
- Cumbernauld 20.6 miles33.2 km
- Kilmarnock 16.5 miles26.6 km
- Coatbridge 18.1 miles29.2 km
- Greenock 12.4 miles19.9 km
- Airdrie 20.6 miles33.2 km
- Irvine 17.3 miles27.9 km
- Motherwell 20.4 miles32.8 km
- Rutherglen 11.5 miles18.5 km
Neighbouring places
- Houston, Crosslee and Linwood Ward 1.1 miles1.7 km
- Brookfield Place 1.2 miles1.9 km
- Elderslie Place 1.2 miles2 km
- Johnstone South and Elderslie Ward 1.4 miles2.2 km
- Johnstone Place 1.5 miles2.4 km
- Houston Place 1.8 miles2.8 km
- Kilbarchan Place 2.1 miles3.4 km
- Paisley Northwest Ward 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Paisley Southwest Ward 2.7 miles4.3 km
- Paisley Place 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Bridge of Weir Place 3 miles4.9 km
- Bishopton, Bridge of Weir and Langbank Ward 3.1 miles5 km
Example postcodes in Linwood
PA3 3DL, PA3 3JB, PA3 3SJ, PA3 3QW, PA3 3QT, PA3 3QZ, PA3 3JG, PA3 3JX, PA3 3QG … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow International Airport 3.1 miles4.9 km
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 23.7 miles38.1 km
- Johnstone Railway Station 1 mile1.6 km
- Milliken Park Railway Station 2.1 miles3.4 km
Hotels near Linwood Ad
- Ashtree House Hotel 4 2.8 miles4.5 km
- The Hazlitt Apartments 4 3 miles4.9 km
- Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport 4 2.8 miles4.5 km
- Dalmeny Park House Hotel 4 5.2 miles8.4 km
- Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport 3 2.9 miles4.7 km
- Lynnhurst Hotel 1.4 miles2.2 km
- Bowfield Hotel and Spa 4 4.3 miles7 km
- Mar Hall Golf & Spa Resort 5 5.1 miles8.2 km
- Golden Jubilee Hotel 4 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Mill & Brae 3 3.5 miles5.7 km
Schools in Linwood
- East Fulton Primary School Primary
- Linwood High School Secondary
- Our Lady Of Peace Primary School Primary
- Riverbrae School Special
- St Benedict's High School Secondary
- Woodlands Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- New St. Mirren Park Stadium 2.2 miles3.5 km
- Museum the Art at Paisley High Street free Museum 2.8 miles4.5 km
- St Mirren FC Stadium 2.8 miles4.5 km
- Rothesay Dock Harbour 5.3 miles8.5 km
- Braehead Shopping centre 5.6 miles8.9 km
- Silverburn Shopping centre 6.4 miles10.4 km
- Strathclyde Homes Stadium Stadium 6.6 miles10.7 km
- Ibrox Stadium Stadium 7.4 miles12 km
- Caldwell House Estate 8.1 miles13 km
- Museum of Transport Argyle Street Museum 8.2 miles13.1 km
- University of Glasgow University 8.4 miles13.5 km
- Hunterian Art Gallery University 8.4 miles13.5 km