KW17 2DX is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (KW17) is called the outward code. The part after the space (2DX) 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 KW17.
- Postal Sector. In our case KW17 2.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case DX.
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 KW17 2DX postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
KW17 2DX is within the village of Balfour.
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Contact MeKW17 2DX: Points of Interest
Thomas Sinclair
Thomas Sinclair is a retail outlet located at Shoreside, Shapinsay, KW17 2DX.
The Smithy Cafe Restaurant
The Smithy Cafe Restaurant is an establishment offering meals and refreshments located at Smithy Museum, 11 Balfour, Shapinsay, KW17 2DX.
Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 59.0322960029 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -2.90926156291 |
| Nearest Town | Distance (Miles) | Direction | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwall | 4.00 | SSW | 207.54 |
| Stromness | 14.75 | WSW | 250.94 |
| Thurso | 37.40 | SW | 216.19 |
| Wick | 41.34 | S | 189.21 |
| Rosehearty | 96.85 | SSE | 162.33 |
| Lerwick | 99.30 | NE | 37.72 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Shapinsay Sound
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 7.600 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 8.100 |
| Maximum Mbps | 8.130 |
KW17 2DX has an average download speed of 7.6 Megabits per second (Mbps).
165 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
1% of postcodes (9,546) have slower broadband speeds.
99% of postcodes (1,174,930) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 0.000 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 0.000 |
| Maximum Mbps | 0.000 |
KW17 2DX has an average upload speed of 0 Megabits per second (Mbps).
551 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
0% of postcodes (0) have slower upload speeds.
100% of postcodes (1,184,090) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
Scotland Primary Schools
Shapinsay Community School
Address: Shapinsay Community School, Shapinsay, Orkney, KW17 2DY
Distance: 0.69 miles
Contact: 01856 711218
Nearest Opticians
Nearest GP Surgeries
SKERRYVORE PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 4.52 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888240
HEILENDI PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 4.52 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 872388
ORKNEY OOH SERVICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 4.52 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888066
ORCADES PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 4.52 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888022
ISLANDS VIEW SURGERY
Address: ROUSAY, ORKNEY, ORKNEY, KW17 2PU
Distance: 7.41 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 821265
DOUNBY SURGERY
Address: VETQUOY ROAD, DOUNBY, ORKNEY, KW17 2HH
Distance: 11.71 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 771209
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 | 6.61 miles | Directions to Tesco |
| Lidl, Pickaquoy Road, KIRKWALL, KW15 1RP | 6.61 miles | Directions to Lidl |
What Popular Restaurants are near?
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