Kirkwall · KW17

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KW17 (Orkney) in a nutshell

KW17 covers Orkney, in Orkney Islands. Give your full postcode when you ask for quotes, so the pro can confirm they cover your street.

Local tips for KW17

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Orkney Islands council area

KW17 is in Orkney Islands's area. Some councils run their own landlord licensing, so it's worth checking theirs.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) local authority
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Give your full postcode

KW17 stretches across East Mainland, South Ronaldsay and Burray, Kirkwall East, Kirkwall West and Orphir and more, so give your full postcode, not just 'KW17', when you ask for quotes.

Where's this from?postcodes.io (ONSPD) wards
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Own your home? This is for you too.

It's not just for landlords. Homeowners and buyers use these checks for peace of mind too.

Where's this from?Scotland's Census 2022 (NRS), Kirkwall: 60.6% owner-occupied
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New to plumbing compliance checks? Here's what to expect, how to get ready and what it costs, in plain English. Read the quick guide →

Scotland landlord rules: quick version

  • Repairing Standard: water, heating and sanitation in proper working order.
  • Legionella: a risk assessment is required.

More detail on the Kirkwall page. Always double-check on mygov.scot.

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Frequently asked questions

Which areas does KW17 cover?

KW17 (Orkney) includes the wards of East Mainland, South Ronaldsay and Burray, Kirkwall East, Kirkwall West and Orphir, North Isles, West Mainland (ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io).

Which postcode districts are next to KW17?

Neighbouring districts include KW15 (Kirkwall), KW16 (Stromness), KW1 (Wick), KW2 (Lybster), KW14 (Thurso) (ONS Postcode Directory via Doogal). A pro covering KW17 may well cover these too, so it's worth asking.

How many homes are in KW17?

About 4,010 households and 9,132 residents at the 2011 Census, across 231 active postcodes (Doogal / ONS Postcode Directory).

Which council area is KW17 in?

KW17 sits in Orkney Islands (postcodes.io). Parliamentary constituency: Orkney and Shetland.

📊 The numbers behind this page
Postcode district
KW17 1
Areas covered
Orkney 2
Active postcodes
231 3
Households (2011 Census, via Doogal)
4,010 2
Population (2011 Census, via Doogal)
9,132 2
Electoral wards
East Mainland, South Ronaldsay and Burray, Kirkwall East, Kirkwall West and Orphir, North Isles, West Mainland 4
Parliamentary constituencies
Orkney and Shetland 4
Local authority
Orkney Islands 4
Households in converted/shared houses (Kirkwall locality)
2.8% 5
  1. ONS Postcode Directory
  2. Doogal
  3. Doogal / ONSPD
  4. postcodes.io
  5. Scotland's Census 2022 (NRS)

Made with open data. See where it all comes from. Updated 26 October 2026.