DG16 5LN is a postal code used within the United Kingdom for delivering mail.
Postcodes are made up of two parts. The part before the space (DG16) is called the outward code. The part after the space (5LN) 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 DG which means Dumfries and Galloway.
- Postal District. In our case DG16.
- Postal Sector. In our case DG16 5.
- Postcode Unit. The last two letters. In our case LN.
The regional mail center for the post area DG is the North West Distribution Centre, which is located at Mill Lane, Winwick Quay, WARRINGTON, WA2 8RJ.
The final port of call for any post addressed to the DG16 5LN postcode is the local delivery office (DO) which is GRETNA SPDO. Here the post will be sorted ready for delivery.
The properties in the DG16 5LN postcode have the street address of St. Ninians Grove
It is situated within the post town of GRETNA within the old postal county of Dumfriesshire.
DG16 5LN is within Gretna.
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Map Coordinates for DG16 5LN
| Latitude | 54.9974615584 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -3.06905790101 |
Ordnance Survey Maps for DG16 5LN
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Weather Forecast for DG16 5LN
Sun 28th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15:00 to 18:00 |  | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 9.00% | WNW 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 6.00% | WSW 13 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 8.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 6.00% | SW 11 mph |
Mon 29th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 |  | Heavy rain | 7.0°C (feels like 4.0°C) | 70.00% | SSW 9 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Heavy rain | 8.0°C (feels like 5.0°C) | 74.00% | SSW 9 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Heavy rain | 8.0°C (feels like 6.0°C) | 80.00% | SSW 11 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Heavy rain | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 85.00% | S 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Light rain | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 85.00% | S 16 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Light rain | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 54.00% | S 18 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 49.00% | S 16 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Light rain | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 46.00% | S 11 mph |
Tue 30th Apr
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 13.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 16.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 7.0°C) | 7.00% | SE 16 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 6.00% | SE 16 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 7.00% | SE 18 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 16.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 7.00% | SSE 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 7.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 7.00% | E 7 mph |
Wed 1st May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 6.00% | ENE 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 9.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 16.00% | ENE 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 7.00% | ESE 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 3.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 16.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 5.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 9.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 7.00% | NNW 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 7.00% | NNE 4 mph |
Thu 2nd May
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
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| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 8.00% | N 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 10.0°C (feels like 8.0°C) | 7.00% | NNE 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 8.00% | N 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 5.00% | NE 11 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 16.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 1.00% | N 11 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 17.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 2.00% | NNE 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Sunny day | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 1.00% | NE 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 11.0°C (feels like 9.0°C) | 1.00% | NNE 9 mph |
What are the Broadband Speeds like in the DG16 5LN Postcode?
Download Speeds For DG16 5LN
| Average Mbps | 62.700 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 74.100 |
| Maximum Mbps | 79.980 |
DG16 5LN has an average download speed of 62.7 Megabits per second (Mbps).
1,318 other postcode units have the same broadband speed.
42% of postcodes (495,683) have slower broadband speeds.
58% of postcodes (687,640) have faster broadband speeds.
Upload Speeds For DG16 5LN
| Average Mbps | 17.100 |
|---|---|
| Median Mbps | 20.000 |
| Maximum Mbps | 20.000 |
DG16 5LN has an average upload speed of 17.1 Megabits per second (Mbps).
7,404 other postcode units have the same upload speed.
83% of postcodes (979,163) have slower upload speeds.
17% of postcodes (198,074) have faster upload speeds.
Schools within a five minute drive of DG16 5LN Postcode
Scotland Primary Schools
Gretna School
Address: Gretna School, Victory Avenue, Gretna, DG16 5AG
Distance: 0.18 miles
Contact: 01461 339105
Springfield Primary School
Address: Springfield Primary School, Springfield, Gretna, DG16 5HS
Distance: 0.78 miles
Contact: 01461 338113
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near DG16 5LN
ERIC HAGAN OPTICIANS LTD (CARLISLE)
Address: 18 HIGH STREET, LONGTOWN, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA, CA6 5UE
Distance: 3.91 miles
Contact: :
4640 CARLISLE
Address: ASDA STORES LTD, CHANDLER WAY, PARKHOUSE, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA, CA3 0JQ
Distance: 6.61 miles
Contact: :
C LEE OPTICIANS (THE BIRCHES)
Address: THE BIRCHES, MOORHOUSE, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA, CA5 6EY
Distance: 6.75 miles
Contact: :
C LEE DOMICILILARY EYECARE (CARLISLE)
Address: THE BIRCHES, MOORHOUSE, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA, CA5 6EY
Distance: 6.75 miles
Contact: :
OSPREY OPTICIANS LTD
Address: 22 PUNTON ROAD, CARLISLE, CA3 9BB
Distance: 8.26 miles
Contact: :
D & D MCWILLIAMS OPTICIANS
Address: 27 CHURCH STREET, STANWIX, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA, CA3 9DJ
Distance: 8.31 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near DG16 5LN
GRETNA SURGERY
Address: CENTRAL AVENUE, GRETNA, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG16 5NA
Distance: 0.27 miles
Contact: tel: 01461 338317
LONGTOWN MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: MOOR ROAD, LONGTOWN, CARLISLE, CUMBRIA, CA6 5XA
Distance: 4.24 miles
Contact: tel: 01228 791328
LONGTOWN MEDICAL PRACTICE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE
Address: MOOR ROAD, LONGTOWN, CARLISLE, CA6 5XA
Distance: 4.24 miles
Contact: :
CANONBIE SURGERY
Address: BOWHOLM, CANONBIE, DG14 0UX
Distance: 7.29 miles
Contact: tel: 01387 371313
GREENCROFT SOUTH MEDICAL GROUP
Address: GREENCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE (SOUTH), GREENCROFT WYND, ANNAN, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG12 6GS
Distance: 7.71 miles
Contact: tel: 01461 202244
DR N G KELLY & PARTNERS
Address: GREENCROFT MEDICAL CENTRE (NORTH), GREENCROFT WYND, ANNAN, DUMFRIESSHIRE, DG12 6GN
Distance: 7.71 miles
Contact: tel: 01461 202745
Transport Links near DG16 5LN
Train Stations
Nearest stations for postcode: DG16 5LN
- Gretna Green
Gretna Green station, Station Road, off Glasgow Road, Gretna Green, DG16 5HFDistance: 0.60 milesDriving Time: 1.38 minutes - Annan
Annan station, Station Road, Annan, Dumfries & Galloway, DG12 6ASDistance: 8.60 milesDriving Time: 11.74 minutes - Carlisle
Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZDistance: 10.62 milesDriving Time: 15.39 minutes - Dalston (Cumbria)
Dalston station, Station Road, Dalston, Cumbria, CA5 7LTDistance: 14.78 milesDriving Time: 18.99 minutes - Wigton
Wigton station, Station Road, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 9BADistance: 20.57 milesDriving Time: 24.96 minutes
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Motorway Junctions near DG16 5LN
Train Stations
Motorway Junctions near DG16 5LN
Distances represent the quickest route by car.
Who are my Elected Representatives in the DG16 5LN Postcode?
| Westminster Constituency | Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale Co Const |
|---|---|
| Member or Parliament |  |
| Contact Details | Contact David Mundell |
| Political Party | Conservative |
What Council is the DG16 5LN Postcode in?
The Council for this Postcode is Dumfries and Galloway Council, who are a Unitary authority. This means that they are responsible for providing education, libraries and maintaining highways as well as normal council duties such as council tax, rubbish collection, housing, environmental health and planning.
You can visit the website for Dumfries and Galloway at the following link Dumfries and Galloway.How much is the Council Tax?
Dumfries and Galloway Council is responsible for collecting council tax. This will vary depending on which council tax band the property falls within. You can check the council tax band at the gov.uk website.
Once you know the council tax band you can view how much Dumfries and Galloway charge for that band by visiting the The Council Tax section of their website.
Planning Applications
When moving house to a new post code it is worth checking out what will be built in the neighbourhood.
Few people want to live next door to a building site, have their garden overlooked or have the views from their property ruined.
Visit the local planning department and search for planning applications in this postcode granted within the last three years or still awaiting a decision. This will give an indication of what could still be built.
Where can I find out where the nearest Library to the DG16 5LN Postcode is?
Libraries are the responsibility of Dumfries and Galloway council
Visit the link for more information. Please note that some councils outsource library services to private companies and community groups ran by volunteers.
Libraries - Dumfries and Galloway CouncilPostcodes near the DG16 5LN Postcode
What Popular Supermarkets are near the DG16 5LN Postcode?
| Supermarket | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Lidl, King Street, WIGTON, CA7 9HG | 19.82 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to Lidl |
What Popular Restaurants are near the DG16 5LN Postcode?
| Burger King | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Service Area, A74(m) Trunk Road, Gretna Green, DG16 5HQ | 0.89 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to Service Area, A74(m) Trunk Road |
| Southwaite Svc Area, Carlisle, CA4 0NT | 15.82 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to Southwaite Svc Area |
| Broadfield Site, Carlisle, CA4 0NT | 15.82 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to Broadfield Site |
| Penrith,a66 Penrith, Penrith, CA11 0DT | 26.73 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to Penrith,a66 Penrith |
| Mcdonald's | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald's, Grearshill Road, Kingstown Industrial Estate, CARLISLE, CA3 0ET | 6.89 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to McDonald's, Grearshill Road, Kingstown Industrial Estate, CARLISLE, CA3 0ET |
| McDonald's, Scotch Street, CARLISLE, CA3 8PN | 8.82 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to McDonald's, Scotch Street, CARLISLE, CA3 8PN |
| McDonald's, London Road, CARLISLE, CA1 2LS | 9.62 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to McDonald's, London Road, CARLISLE, CA1 2LS |
| McDonald's, Wilderhaugh, GALASHIELS, TD1 1PR | 44.13 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to McDonald's, Wilderhaugh, GALASHIELS, TD1 1PR |
| Restaurant | Distance | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| KFC, GRETNA, DG16 5HQ | 0.89 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to KFC Gretna Green Services |
| KFC, London Road, CARLISLE, CA1 2PR | 10.05 miles | Directions from DG16 5LN to KFC Carlisle - London Road |