KW15 1HQ is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (KW15) is called the outward code. The part after the space (1HQ) 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 KW which means Kirkwall.
- Postal District. In our case KW15.
- Postal Sector. In our case KW15 1.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case HQ.
The regional mail center for the post area KW is the Scottish Distribution Centre, which is located at Canyon Road, Excelsior Park, Netherton Industrial Est, WISHAW, ML2 0XX.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the KW15 1HQ postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the KW15 1HQ postcode have the street address of Albert Street
KW15 1HQ is within the town of KIRKWALL.
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Contact MeKW15 1HQ: Points of Interest
Donaldsons of Orkney
Donaldsons of Orkney is a retail outlet located at 38 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
Aalfiredup
Aalfiredup is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at 39 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
Highland Park Off Licence Shop
Highland Park Off Licence Shop is a retail outlet located at 58 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
Laing House B&B
Laing House B&B is an accommodation provider offering lodging services located at Laing House, 59 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
Sinclair's Cafe
Sinclair's Cafe is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at 37 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
Badly Drawn Cat
Badly Drawn Cat is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at 42 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
BOOTS
BOOTS is a retail outlet located at 49-51 Albert Street, Kirkwall, KW15 1HQ.
Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 58.9827897577 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -2.95952299742 |
| Nearest Town | Distance (Miles) | Direction | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwall | 0.13 | SSW | 205.19 |
| Stromness | 12.22 | W | 263.45 |
| Thurso | 33.58 | SW | 217.13 |
| Wick | 37.69 | S | 187.31 |
| Rosehearty | 94.17 | SSE | 160.61 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Kirkwall
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 50.100 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 54.800 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.670 |
KW15 1HQ has an average download speed of 50.1 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,503 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
26% of postcodes (311,514) have slower broadband speeds.
74% of postcodes (871,624) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 11.400 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 10.000 |
| Maximum Mbps | 20.000 |
KW15 1HQ has an average upload speed of 11.4 Megabits per second (Mbps).
8,675 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
32% of postcodes (379,154) have slower upload speeds.
67% of postcodes (796,812) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
Scotland Primary Schools
Papdale Primary School
Address: Papdale Primary School, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1PJ
Distance: 0.34 miles
Contact: 01856 872650
Glaitness School
Address: Glaitness School, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1RP
Distance: 0.39 miles
Contact: 01856 873648
Scotland Secondary Schools
Kirkwall Grammar School
Address: Kirkwall Grammar School, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1QN
Distance: 0.56 miles
Contact: 01856 872102
Nearest Opticians
Nearest GP Surgeries
SKERRYVORE PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 0.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888240
HEILENDI PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 0.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 872388
ORKNEY OOH SERVICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 0.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888066
ORCADES PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 0.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888022
ISLANDS VIEW SURGERY
Address: ROUSAY, ORKNEY, ORKNEY, KW17 2PU
Distance: 10.34 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 821265
DAISY VILLA
Address: WEST END, ST MARGARETS HOPE, ORKNEY, KW17 2SN
Distance: 10.89 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 831206
Transport Links
Train Stations
Distances are as the crow flies.
Who are my Elected Representatives?
| Westminster Constituency | Orkney and Shetland |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament | |
| Contact Details | Contact Mr Alistair Carmichael |
| Political Party | Liberal Democrat |
Where can I find out where the nearest Library is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Orkney Islands council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Orkney Library and ArchiveLocal Postcodes
What Popular Supermarkets are near?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Tesco, Pickaquoy Road, KIRKWALL, KW15 1RP | 0.62 miles | Directions to Tesco |
| Lidl, Pickaquoy Road, KIRKWALL, KW15 1RP | 0.62 miles | Directions to Lidl |
What Popular Restaurants are near?
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