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 miles
- Paisley 2.9 miles
- East Kilbride 13.4 miles
- Hamilton 18.2 miles
- Cumbernauld 20.6 miles
- Kilmarnock 16.5 miles
- Coatbridge 18.1 miles
- Greenock 12.4 miles
- Airdrie 20.6 miles
- Irvine 17.3 miles
- Motherwell 20.4 miles
- Rutherglen 11.5 miles
Neighbouring places
- Houston, Crosslee and Linwood Ward 1.1 miles
- Brookfield Place 1.2 miles
- Elderslie Place 1.2 miles
- Johnstone South and Elderslie Ward 1.4 miles
- Johnstone Place 1.5 miles
- Houston Place 1.8 miles
- Kilbarchan Place 2.1 miles
- Paisley Northwest Ward 2.3 miles
- Paisley Southwest Ward 2.7 miles
- Paisley Place 2.9 miles
- Bridge of Weir Place 3 miles
- Bishopton, Bridge of Weir and Langbank Ward 3.1 miles
Example postcodes in Linwood
PA3 3BQ, PA3 3DU, PA3 3JF, PA3 3LS, PA3 3SG, PA3 3TG, PA3 3QZ, PA3 3BG, PA3 3RA … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow International Airport 3.1 miles
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 23.7 miles
- Johnstone Railway Station 1 mile
- Milliken Park Railway Station 2.1 miles
Hotels near Linwood Ad
- Holiday Inn Express - Glasgow Airport 3 3 miles
- Lynnhurst Hotel 4 1.4 miles
- Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport 4 2.8 miles
- Premier Inn Glasgow - Paisley 3 0.9 miles
- Ashtree House Hotel 4 2.8 miles
- Ashtree House Hotel, Glasgow Airport & Paisley 4 2.8 miles
- The Golden Jubilee Conference Hotel 4 5 miles
- Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport 3 2.8 miles
- Ingliston Country Club Hotel 4 4.7 miles
- Glynhill Leisure Hotel & Conference Venue 4 3.9 miles
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 miles
- Museum the Art at Paisley High Street free Museum 2.8 miles
- St Mirren FC Stadium 2.8 miles
- Rothesay Dock Harbour 5.3 miles
- Braehead Shopping centre 5.6 miles
- Silverburn Shopping centre 6.4 miles
- Strathclyde Homes Stadium Stadium 6.6 miles
- Ibrox Stadium Stadium 7.4 miles
- Caldwell House Estate 8.1 miles
- Museum of Transport Argyle Street Museum 8.2 miles
- University of Glasgow University 8.4 miles
- Hunterian Art Gallery University 8.4 miles