KW17 2RX Postcode in
KW17 2RX 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 (2RX) 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 RX.
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 2RX postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is . Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
KW17 2RX is within the village of St Mary's.
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KW17 2RX: Points of Interest
Graemeshall House B&B
Graemeshall House B&B is an accommodation provider offering lodging services located at Graemeshall House, Graemeshall Road, Holm, KW17 2RX.
Map Coordinates
| Latitude | 58.9032626707 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -2.90342168634 |
| Nearest Town | Distance (Miles) | Direction | Bearing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirkwall | 5.77 | NNW | 339.12 |
| Stromness | 14.74 | WNW | 286.27 |
| Thurso | 30.81 | SW | 226.37 |
| Wick | 32.60 | SSW | 192.09 |
| Lossiemouth | 82.90 | S | 189.71 |
| Rosehearty | 88.32 | SSE | 160.70 |
Weather Forecast
Weather Forecast for Foubister
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Light snow shower (day) | 1.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 32.00% | NW 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Light snow shower (day) | 2.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 42.00% | WNW 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Light snow | 1.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 53.00% | NW 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Light snow shower (night) | 0.0°C (feels like -5.0°C) | 38.00% | WNW 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light snow shower (night) | 1.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 41.00% | NNW 9 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Light snow | 1.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 57.00% | NW 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Light snow | 1.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 60.00% | NNW 13 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Light snow | 2.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 67.00% | NNW 13 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Sleet | 2.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 68.00% | N 18 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Sleet | 2.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 64.00% | N 18 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Sleet shower (day) | 3.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 44.00% | N 18 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Sleet | 3.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 58.00% | N 22 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 4.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 47.00% | N 27 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 3.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 46.00% | NNW 27 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Sleet shower (night) | 3.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 49.00% | NNW 25 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Sleet shower (night) | 3.0°C (feels like -4.0°C) | 57.00% | NNW 25 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Heavy rain shower (day) | 3.0°C (feels like -3.0°C) | 58.00% | NNW 25 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 4.0°C (feels like -2.0°C) | 38.00% | NW 25 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 4.0°C (feels like -2.0°C) | 40.00% | NW 25 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 4.0°C (feels like -2.0°C) | 38.00% | NW 22 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 4.0°C (feels like -2.0°C) | 37.00% | NW 22 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 |  | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like -2.0°C) | 15.00% | NW 25 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 18.00% | NNW 22 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 32.00% | N 25 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 5.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 34.00% | N 22 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 15.00% | N 22 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Light rain shower (day) | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 34.00% | N 22 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 32.00% | N 25 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 17.00% | N 25 mph |
| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Light rain shower (night) | 5.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 34.00% | N 25 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 15.00% | N 22 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 |  | Clear night | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 17.00% | NNW 20 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 14.00% | NNW 20 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 5.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 16.00% | NNW 16 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 16.00% | NW 16 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like -1.0°C) | 19.00% | NNW 16 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 4.0°C (feels like 0.0°C) | 10.00% | NW 16 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like?
Download Speeds
| Average Mbps | 22.000 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 16.700 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.750 |
KW17 2RX has an average download speed of 22 Megabits per second (Mbps).
431 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
4% of postcodes (47,584) have slower broadband speeds.
96% of postcodes (1,136,626) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds
| Average Mbps | 3.000 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 1.200 |
| Maximum Mbps | 20.000 |
KW17 2RX has an average upload speed of 3 Megabits per second (Mbps).
902 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
4% of postcodes (42,878) have slower upload speeds.
96% of postcodes (1,140,861) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute Drive
Nearest Opticians
Nearest GP Surgeries
SKERRYVORE PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888240
HEILENDI PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 872388
ORKNEY OOH SERVICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888066
ORCADES PRACTICE
Address: THE BALFOUR, FORELAND ROAD, KIRKWALL, ORKNEY, KW15 1NZ
Distance: 5.34 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 888022
DAISY VILLA
Address: WEST END, ST MARGARETS HOPE, ORKNEY, KW17 2SN
Distance: 5.77 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 831206
STROMNESS SURGERY
Address: JOHN STREET, STROMNESS, ORKNEY ISLANDS, KW16 3AD
Distance: 14.66 miles
Contact: tel: 01856 850205
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 ArchiveWhat Popular Supermarkets are near?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Tesco, Pickaquoy Road, KIRKWALL, KW15 1RP | 9.52 miles | Directions to Tesco |
| Lidl, Pickaquoy Road, KIRKWALL, KW15 1RP | 9.52 miles | Directions to Lidl |
What Popular Restaurants are near?
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