DG7 1JL is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (DG7) is called the outward code. The part after the space (1JL) 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 DG7.
- Postal Sector. In our case DG7 1.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case JL.
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 DG7 1JL postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the DG7 1JL postcode have the street address of Birkland Road
DG7 1JL is within the town of CASTLE DOUGLAS.
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Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 54.9431755841 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -3.91794071046 |
| Nearest Town | Distance (Miles) | Direction | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Douglas | 0.48 | WSW | 252.06 |
| Dalbeattie | 3.93 | E | 101.07 |
| Kirkcudbright | 8.94 | SW | 215.41 |
| New Galloway | 12.64 | NW | 315.93 |
| Dumfries | 15.08 | NE | 54.30 |
| Silloth | 21.69 | ESE | 103.57 |
| Maryport | 23.01 | SE | 133.33 |
| Lockerbie | 25.47 | ENE | 60.98 |
| Sanquhar | 29.39 | N | 359.45 |
| Whitehaven | 30.20 | SSE | 153.94 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Castle Douglas
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Cloudy | 6.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 52.00% | S 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Heavy rain | 7.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 89.00% | SW 9 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 |  | Clear night | 4.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 3.00% | WSW 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 3.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) | 1.00% | SW 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 1.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 6.00% | SSE 2 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 2.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 6.00% | SSE 2 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 6.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 7.00% | SSE 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Light rain | 7.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 57.00% | SSE 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Heavy rain | 8.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 94.00% | SSE 20 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Heavy rain | 8.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 96.00% | S 22 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Light rain | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 54.00% | SSW 16 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Light rain shower (night) | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 38.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 36.00% | WSW 13 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 20.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 47.00% | SW 16 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 9.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 45.00% | SW 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 8.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 37.00% | SW 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 7.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 7.00% | W 13 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 6.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 6.00% | WNW 16 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 3.00% | W 11 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 4.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) | 3.00% | WSW 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 5.00% | WSW 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 7.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 11.00% | SW 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 6.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 20.00% | SSW 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 54.00% | S 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Heavy rain | 5.0°C (feels like 3.0°C) | 76.00% | S 11 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Heavy rain | 5.0°C (feels like 2.0°C) | 73.00% | S 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Light rain | 5.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) | 48.00% | SSW 13 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Light rain | 4.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 47.00% | NNW 13 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Light rain | 4.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 46.00% | NW 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) | 11.00% | NNW 16 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 1.0°C) | 12.00% | NNW 16 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Clear night | 4.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 6.00% | NW 16 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Clear night | 4.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 3.00% | N 16 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 46.700 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 41.900 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.990 |
DG7 1JL has an average download speed of 46.7 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,356 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
22% of postcodes (263,133) have slower broadband speeds.
78% of postcodes (920,152) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 10.400 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 10.000 |
| Maximum Mbps | 16.430 |
DG7 1JL has an average upload speed of 10.4 Megabits per second (Mbps).
7,701 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
26% of postcodes (304,828) have slower upload speeds.
74% of postcodes (872,112) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
Scotland Secondary Schools
Castle Douglas High School
Address: Castle Douglas High School, Dunmuir Road, Castle Douglas, DG7 1LQ
Distance: 0.55 miles
Contact: 01556 502821/2
Scotland Primary Schools
Castle Douglas Primary School
Address: Castle Douglas Primary School, Jenny's Loaning, Castle Douglas, DG7 1JA
Distance: 0.17 miles
Contact: 01556 502071
Nearest Opticians
BOOTS OPTICIANS (DUMFRIES - QUEENSBERRY SQUARE)
Address: 22 QUEENSBERRY STREET, DUMFRIES, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG1 1HR
Distance: 14.98 miles
Contact: :
HEALS OPTICIANS
Address: 49 SENHOUSE STREET, MARYPORT, CUMBRIA, CA15 6BL
Distance: 22.99 miles
Contact: :
KIRKBRIDE EYECARE (KESWICK)
Address: 83 SENHOUSE STREET, MARYPORT, CUMBRIA, CA15 6BU
Distance: 23.07 miles
Contact: :
HEALS OPTICIANS LTD
Address: 6 MURRAY ROAD, WORKINGTON, CUMBRIA, CA14 2AD
Distance: 25.40 miles
Contact: :
SPECSAVERS (WORKINGTON)
Address: 25 MURRAY ROAD, WORKINGTON, CUMBRIA, CA14 2AD
Distance: 25.40 miles
Contact: :
BRANIFF & DAVIDSON OPTICIANS LTD
Address: 1-2 NEW OXFORD STREET, WORKINGTON, CUMBRIA, CA14 2NA
Distance: 25.43 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: 0.51 miles
Contact: tel: 01556 505900
DRS OLIVER, GREELEY &INNES
Address: GARDEN HILL PRIMARY CARE CENTRE, 2 GARDEN HILL ROAD, CASTLE DOUGLAS, DG7 3EE
Distance: 0.51 miles
Contact: tel: 01556 502050
DALBEATTIE MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: CRAIGNAIR HEALTH CENTRE, PORT ROAD, DALBEATTIE, DG5 4AZ
Distance: 3.74 miles
Contact: tel: 01556 610331
SOLWAY MEDICAL GROUP
Address: HEALTH CENTRE, ST MARYS PLACE, TOWNEND, KIRKCUDBRIGHT, DG6 4BJ
Distance: 9.17 miles
Contact: tel: 01557 330755
SHEBBURN MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: SHEBBURN SURGERY, MAIN STREET, NEW ABBEY, DUMFRIES, DG2 8BY
Distance: 12.12 miles
Contact: tel: 01387 850263
GLENKENS MEDICAL PRACTICE
Address: HIGH STREET, NEW GALLOWAY, CASTLE DOUGLAS, DG7 3RN
Distance: 12.60 miles
Contact: tel: 01644 420234
Transport Links
Train Stations
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 | 0.54 miles | Directions to Tesco |
What Popular Restaurants are near?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Bk Lilly Hall, Toll Bar,, Distington, Workington, CA14 4PJ | 27.86 miles | Directions to Bk Lilly Hall, Toll Bar, |
| Junction 13, M74 Motorway, Abington Biggar, ML12 6RG | 39.91 miles | Directions to Junction 13, M74 Motorway |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Lochside Road, DUMFRIES, DG2 0DY | 14.77 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Lochside Road, DUMFRIES, DG2 0DY |
| McDonald's, Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, WORKINGTON, CA14 3YW | 25.09 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, WORKINGTON, CA14 3YW |
| McDonald's, Flatt Walks, WHITEHAVEN, CA28 7RW | 30.59 miles | Directions to McDonald's, Flatt Walks, WHITEHAVEN, CA28 7RW |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, Cuckoo Bridge Retail Park, Glasgow Road, DUMFRIES, DG2 9BF | 14.72 miles | Directions to KFC Dumfries - Cuckoo Bridge Retail Park |
| KFC, Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Industrial Estate, WORKINGTON, CA14 3YW | 25.09 miles | Directions to KFC Workington - Bassemer Way |