Aberdeenshire Postcodes County

Aberdeenshire is a large and diverse county in the north east of Scotland, known for its wide open landscapes, long coastline and strong rural traditions. It surrounds the city of Aberdeen and stretches from the North Sea coast inland to the Cairngorm mountains, giving it an impressive range of scenery. The county includes fertile farmland, rolling hills, forested areas and dramatic upland terrain, all of which have shaped local life over generations.

The county is dotted with small towns and villages such as Peterhead, Fraserburgh, Huntly and Stonehaven, many of which have grown around fishing, farming or local industry. Aberdeenshire has a deep sense of history, reflected in its castles, standing stones and traditional settlements. Agriculture remains an important part of the local economy, alongside energy, tourism and food production, helping to support stable communities across a wide geographic area.

Natural features play a central role in defining Aberdeenshire, from its rugged coastline and sandy beaches to inland rivers such as the Dee, Don and Deveron. Outdoor activities are part of everyday life for many residents, with walking, cycling and wildlife watching widely enjoyed throughout the year. Overall, Aberdeenshire offers a calm and enduring blend of landscape, heritage and working rural life, making it a distinctive and well balanced county within Scotland.

12,190
Postcodes
23
Districts
320,514
Population
Scotland
Country

Postcode districts in Aberdeenshire

DistrictPost townPostcodesPopulation
AB42 Peterhead 1,246 33,730
AB51 Inverurie 1,195 34,643
AB41 Ellon 820 20,837
AB12 Aberdeen 804 25,414
AB21 Aberdeen 803 22,181
AB43 Fraserburgh 762 23,998
AB53 Turriff 685 12,613
DD10 Montrose 682 21,937
AB54 Huntly 659 11,367
AB31 Banchory 650 15,319
AB45 Banff 613 11,130
AB39 Stonehaven 544 17,645
DD9 Brechin 427 10,979
AB32 Westhill 365 12,902
AB30 Laurencekirk 322 7,229
AB23 Aberdeen 320 11,143
AB34 Aboyne 272 5,387
AB33 Alford 271 5,273
AB52 Insch 249 4,758
AB35 Ballater 165 2,624
AB44 Macduff 146 4,009
AB14 Peterculter 143 4,881
AB36 Strathdon 47 515

Frequently asked questions

How many postcodes are in Aberdeenshire?

There are approximately 12,190 postcodes in Aberdeenshire.

How many postcode districts are in Aberdeenshire?

Aberdeenshire contains 23 postcode districts.

What is the population of Aberdeenshire?

The postcode districts in Aberdeenshire have a combined population of about 320,514.