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What is the population of Milngavie?
12,940
Milngavie
| Milngavie Scottish Gaelic: Muileann-Ghaidh | |
|---|---|
| Milngavie Location within East Dunbartonshire | |
| Population | 12,940 (mid-2016 est.) |
| OS grid reference | NS553744 |
| Council area | East Dunbartonshire |
How big is Bearsden?
9.11 km²
Bearsden/Area
What is Bearsden like to live in?
Rightly regarded by locals more as a town in East Dunbartonshire rather than a suburb of Glasgow, Bearsden is an attractive, peaceful area which offers a tranquil alternative to the hustle and bustle of life in the city centre. It boasts plenty of history, a plethora of wide open spaces and a high standard of living.
How old is Milngavie?
The history of Milngavie dates back to at least 1600, when there was a mill here in a village known at the time as Millgay. The town’s early growth owed much to the textile industry, and James Watt, better known as an engineer than a chemist, built a chlorine bleaching works here by 1760s.
What is bishopbriggs like to live in?
While Bishopbriggs is understandably in demand with commuters, it should be noted that a great many retirees have also chosen to make their homes here. The area is generally quieter than many others in and around Glasgow, so it’s often seen as ideal for those seeking a more sedate pace of life.
Is Auchinairn a good place to live?
What does Glasgow mean in Gaelic?
Yoker – ‘Iochdar’ – meaning ‘low-lying ground’. The Gaelic version of Glasgow is Glaschu. This name is believed to derive from Cumbric, a language spoken by early residents of the area now known as Strathclyde, before the arrival of Gaelic.
Where should I live in Glasgow?
What are the Best Places to Live in Glasgow?
- Bearsden. Bearsden sits in northwest Glasgow, where expensive homes, quality schools, and small shops come together to provide an excellent place to raise a family.
- The West End.
- East End.
- Southside.
- Hillhead.
- Shawlands.
- Giffnock.
- Scotstoun.
Is Killearn a nice place to live?
A charming multigenerational community, great for food, fun and a foretaste of Highland scenery. It may have been bypassed by a main road, a railway (now disused) and the West Highland Way, but this hilly honeypot is nevertheless upwardly mobile.
Where is Bearsden in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland?
Bearsden (/ ˌbɛərzˈdɛn / (listen)) is a town in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, on the northwestern fringe of Greater Glasgow. Approximately 6 miles (10 km) from Glasgow City Centre, the town is effectively a suburb, and its housing development coincided with the 1863 introduction of a railway line.
What was the population of Bearsden in the early 20th century?
By the early 20th century, a town had grown up with large townhouses, primarily occupied by wealthy commuter business workers. Further development of more affordable housing has increased the population of the town to approximately 28,000.
Where did the name Bearsden railway station come from?
The current name Bearsden originated from the railway station built in 1863, but the origin of the name itself is unresolved. The station was named after a house near the station site (to avoid confusion with Old Kilpatrick station), but it was recorded as a name for the immediate area before that time.
When did the burgh of Bearsden get its coat of arms?
The Lord Lyon King of Arms granted a Coat of Arms to the Burgh of Bearsden on 29 June 1959. Since 1975, details have been incorporated into the arms of subsequent local administrative bodies ( Bearsden and Milngavie]