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Motherwell (ML) Area Postcodes

The ML postcode area, commonly referred to as the Motherwell postcode area, covers a part of central Scotland. This postcode area predominantly serves parts of North and South Lanarkshire, encompassing towns and areas around Motherwell, Wishaw, and several others.

Motherwell is a town in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, located to the southeast of Glasgow. It's historically significant, especially for its role in the Scottish steel industry. Motherwell's Ravenscraig steelworks, once the largest hot strip steel mill in Western Europe, played a pivotal role in the town's development.

Airdrie is a town in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, located approximately 12 miles east of Glasgow. Airdrie's history traces back to prehistoric times, but it gained prominence in the 18th and 19th centuries, especially during the industrial revolution. The town flourished due to industries like coal mining, cotton weaving, and later, iron-working. The Monkland Canal was a crucial factor in the town's industrial growth.

Lanark is a small town in the central belt of Scotland, located in South Lanarkshire and has ancient roots, with its history going back to the early days of Scotland. It received its royal burgh status from King David I in the 12th century. William Wallace, the Scottish patriot and leader during the First War of Scottish Independence, is said to have started his revolt against the English in Lanark.

Other postal towns and areas covered by the ML postcode area are Bellshill, Biggar, Carluke, Coatbridge, Hamilton, Larkhall, Shotts, Strathaven and Wishaw.