Paisley Northeast and Ralston
Ward in Renfrewshire, Scotland
| Coordinates: | 55.847, -4.394 |
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| OS grid ref: | NS 50 64 |
Paisley Northeast and Ralston sits in Renfrewshire immediately west of Glasgow, covering the north‑eastern part of Paisley and the neighbouring suburb of Ralston. The ward mixes residential streets and small commercial areas and benefits from nearby green spaces such as the slopes of the Gleniffer Braes and the valley of the River Cart, so it feels close to both town amenities and countryside walks.
Historically tied to Paisley's textile and thread industry - the town famously gave its name to the Paisley pattern and is home to Paisley Abbey - the neighbourhood today has a blend of older terraces, suburban housing and local shops, with many residents commuting into Glasgow. Community life is lively, with local groups and sports supporters, and ongoing regeneration and small‑business activity aiming to boost the local economy and social opportunities.
Postcode districts covering Paisley Northeast and Ralston
Most populated places nearby
- Glasgow 5.8 miles9.3 km
- Paisley 1.3 miles2.1 km
- East Kilbride 9.8 miles15.8 km
- Hamilton 14.2 miles22.9 km
- Cumbernauld 16.9 miles27.1 km
- Kilmarnock 17 miles27.3 km
- Coatbridge 14 miles22.5 km
- Greenock 16.1 miles25.8 km
- Airdrie 16.5 miles26.5 km
- Irvine 19 miles30.6 km
- Motherwell 16.3 miles26.2 km
- Rutherglen 7.4 miles12 km
Neighbouring places
- Paisley East and Central Ward 0.9 miles1.4 km
- Renfrew South and Gallowhill Ward 0.9 miles1.5 km
- Paisley Place 1.3 miles2.1 km
- Paisley Southeast Ward 1.7 miles2.8 km
- Paisley Northwest Ward 1.9 miles3 km
- Cardonald Ward 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Renfrew Place 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Renfrew North and Braehead Ward 2.1 miles3.4 km
- Greater Pollok Ward 2.8 miles4.4 km
- Garscadden/Scotstounhill Ward 3.1 miles4.9 km
- Barrhead Place 3.1 miles5 km
- Inchinnan Place 3.1 miles5 km
Example postcodes in Paisley Northeast and Ralston
PA1 3BW, PA1 1GT, PA1 3DH, PA1 3PZ, PA1 3RD, PA1 3JL, PA1 3LS, PA1 1PU, PA1 3BB … See all
Transport links
- Glasgow International Airport 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 24.5 miles39.4 km
- Hawkhead Railway Station 0.4 miles0.6 km
- Hillington West Railway Station 1.1 miles1.8 km
Hotels near Paisley Northeast and Ralston Ad
- Ashtree House Hotel 4 1.4 miles2.2 km
- The Hazlitt Apartments 4 1.2 miles1.9 km
- Dalmeny Park House Hotel 4 3.6 miles5.7 km
- Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Airport 4 1.8 miles2.9 km
- Holiday Inn Express Glasgow Airport 3 1.8 miles2.9 km
- Hotel Du Vin & Bistro Glasgow 5 4.3 miles6.9 km
- Dakota Glasgow 5 5.1 miles8.2 km
- Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow Sec 4 4.5 miles7.2 km
- Mill & Brae 3 2.1 miles3.3 km
- The Pipers' Tryst Hotel 4 5.5 miles8.9 km
Schools in Paisley Northeast and Ralston
- Paisley Grammar School Secondary
- Ralston Primary School Primary
- St John Ogilvie Primary School Primary
- Williamsburgh Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Museum the Art at Paisley High Street free Museum 1.4 miles2.2 km
- St Mirren FC Stadium 1.4 miles2.3 km
- New St. Mirren Park Stadium 2 miles3.2 km
- Braehead Shopping centre 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Silverburn Shopping centre 2.6 miles4.2 km
- Ibrox Stadium Stadium 3.3 miles5.3 km
- Rothesay Dock Harbour 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Museum of Transport Argyle Street Museum 4.2 miles6.7 km
- University of Glasgow University 4.4 miles7.1 km
- Hunterian Art Gallery University 4.5 miles7.2 km
- University of Glasgow Library University 4.5 miles7.2 km
- Scotland Street School Museum Museum 4.7 miles7.5 km