DG2 8RA is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (DG2) is called the outward code. The part after the space (8RA) is called the inward code. The letters C, I, K, M, O and V are not allowed in the inward code. In addition to the inward and outward code, the postcode can be broken up into four parts:
- Postal Area. In our case DG which means Dumfries and Galloway.
- Postal District. In our case DG2.
- Postal Sector. In our case DG2 8.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case RA.
The regional mail center for the post area DG is the North West Distribution Centre, which is located at Mill Lane, Winwick Quay, WARRINGTON, WA2 8RJ.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the DG2 8RA postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
DG2 8RA is within the village of Crocketford.
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Contact MeDG2 8RA: Points of Interest
Crocketford Post Office & Shop
Crocketford Post Office & Shop is a retail outlet located at Crocketford, Dumfries.
Crocketford Shop
Crocketford Shop is a retail outlet located at Maiden Row, Crocketford, Dumfries.
Galloway Arms Hotel
Galloway Arms Hotel is an accommodation provider offering lodging services located at Maiden Row, Crocketford, Dumfries.
Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 55.0359953624 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -3.83029456846 |
| Nearest Town | Distance (Miles) | Direction | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dalbeattie | 7.18 | S | 177.12 |
| Castle Douglas | 7.66 | SSW | 210.94 |
| Dumfries | 9.08 | ENE | 74.97 |
| New Galloway | 12.56 | WNW | 282.26 |
| Gatehouse of Fleet | 17.81 | SW | 232.99 |
| Silloth | 21.03 | ESE | 123.28 |
| Annan | 22.85 | E | 98.26 |
| Sanquhar | 23.28 | N | 350.78 |
| Moffat | 25.62 | NE | 36.39 |
| Maryport | 25.86 | SSE | 149.25 |
| Wigtown | 27.10 | WSW | 244.69 |
| Aspatria | 27.34 | SE | 133.45 |
| New Cumnock | 28.61 | NNW | 330.94 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Shawhead
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Sleet | 2.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 61.00% | W 18 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Sleet shower (night) | 3.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 48.00% | W 18 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Light rain shower (day) | 3.0°C (feels like -2.0°C) | 45.00% | WNW 18 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 5.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 43.00% | WNW 22 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 5.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 37.00% | NW 25 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 5.00% | NW 25 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Clear night | 5.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 1.00% | NW 20 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 0.00% | NW 18 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 0.00% | NW 13 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Clear night | 3.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 1.00% | WNW 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 3.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 2.00% | W 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 6.00% | WSW 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 14.00% | SW 7 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Light rain | 6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 49.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Overcast | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 21.00% | SW 7 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Overcast | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 15.00% | WSW 9 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 11.00% | WSW 9 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 11.00% | WSW 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 12.00% | WSW 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 14.00% | WSW 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 12.00% | WSW 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 12.00% | SW 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Overcast | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 14.00% | SW 11 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 14.00% | SW 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 14.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 15.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 16.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 16.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 14.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 13.00% | SW 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Overcast | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 13.00% | SW 11 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 60.500 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 64.300 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.910 |
DG2 8RA has an average download speed of 60.5 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,365 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
39% of postcodes (466,610) have slower broadband speeds.
60% of postcodes (716,666) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 15.200 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 18.700 |
| Maximum Mbps | 20.000 |
DG2 8RA has an average upload speed of 15.2 Megabits per second (Mbps).
11,169 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
67% of postcodes (793,264) have slower upload speeds.
32% of postcodes (380,208) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
Scotland Primary Schools
Springholm School
Address: Springholm School, Reoch Park, Springholm, CASTLE DOUGLAS, DG7 3LJ
Distance: 2.44 miles
Contact: 01556 650326
Nearest Opticians
BOOTS OPTICIANS (DUMFRIES - QUEENSBERRY SQUARE)
Address: 22 QUEENSBERRY STREET, DUMFRIES, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG1 1HR
Distance: 9.01 miles
Contact: :
HEALS OPTICIANS
Address: 49 SENHOUSE STREET, MARYPORT, CUMBRIA, CA15 6BL
Distance: 25.85 miles
Contact: :
KIRKBRIDE EYECARE (KESWICK)
Address: 83 SENHOUSE STREET, MARYPORT, CUMBRIA, CA15 6BU
Distance: 25.91 miles
Contact: :
HEALS OPTICIANS LTD
Address: 6 MURRAY ROAD, WORKINGTON, CUMBRIA, CA14 2AD
Distance: 29.34 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (WORKINGTON)
Address: 25 MURRAY ROAD, WORKINGTON, CUMBRIA, CA14 2AD
Distance: 29.34 miles
Contact: :
BRANIFF & DAVIDSON OPTICIANS LTD
Address: 1-2 NEW OXFORD STREET, WORKINGTON, CUMBRIA, CA14 2NA
Distance: 29.37 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
CASTLE DOUGLAS MEDICAL GROUP
Address: GARDEN HILL PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 2 GARDEN HILL ROAD, CASTLE DOUGLAS, KIRKCUDBRIGHTSHIRE, DG7 3EE
Distance: 6.97 miles
Contact: tel: 01556 505900
DRS OLIVER, GREELEY &INNES
Address: GARDEN HILL PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 2 GARDEN HILL ROAD, CASTLE DOUGLAS, DG7 3EE
Distance: 6.97 miles
Contact: tel: 01556 502050
DALBEATTIE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: CRAIGNAIR HEALTH CENTRE, PORT ROAD, DALBEATTIE, DG5 4AZ
Distance: 7.45 miles
Contact: tel: 01556 610331
CAIRN VALLEY MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: DUNSCORE HEALTH CENTRE, DUNSCORE, DUMFRIES, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG2 0UJ
Distance: 7.53 miles
Contact: tel: 01387 820266
CHARLOTTE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: LOCHFIELD ROAD PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 12-28 LOCHFIELD ROAD, DUMFRIES, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG2 9BH
Distance: 8.43 miles
Contact: tel: 01387 267626
GREYFRIARS MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 33-37 CASTLE STREET, DUMFRIES, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG1 1DL
Distance: 8.90 miles
Contact: tel: 01387 257752
Transport Links
Train Stations
Dumfries
Address: Dumfries station, Lovers Walk, Dumfries, Dumfries & Galloway, DG1 1NF
Postcode: DG1 1NF
Line: Glasgow South Western Line
Company: ScotRail
Time: within fifteen minutes drive
Distance: 9.29 miles
Distances are as the crow flies.
Motorway Junctions
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Who are my Elected Representatives?
| Westminster Constituency | Dumfries and Galloway |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament | |
| Contact Details | Contact John Cooper |
| Political Party | Conservative |
Where can I find out where the nearest Library is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Dumfries and Galloway council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Libraries - Dumfries and Galloway CouncilLocal Postcodes
What Popular Supermarkets are near?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Tesco, Ernespie Road, CASTLE DOUGLAS, DG7 1LD | 11.63 miles | Directions to Tesco |
What Popular Restaurants are near?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Bk Lilly Hall, Toll Bar,, Distington, Workington, CA14 4PJ | 31.96 miles | Directions to Bk Lilly Hall, Toll Bar, |
| Junction 13, M74 Motorway, Abington Biggar, ML12 6RG | 32.96 miles | Directions to Junction 13, M74 Motorway |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Lochside Road, DUMFRIES, DG2 0DY | 8.49 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Lochside Road, DUMFRIES, DG2 0DY |
| McDonald's, Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, WORKINGTON, CA14 3YW | 29.16 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, WORKINGTON, CA14 3YW |
| McDonald's, Flatt Walks, WHITEHAVEN, CA28 7RW | 35.34 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Flatt Walks, WHITEHAVEN, CA28 7RW |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, Cuckoo Bridge Retail Park, Glasgow Road, DUMFRIES, DG2 9BF | 8.50 miles | Directions to KFC Dumfries - Cuckoo Bridge Retail Park |
| KFC, Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, WORKINGTON, CA14 3YW | 29.16 miles | Directions to KFC Workington - Bassemer Way |