Whether you’re looking to move and want to get an insider’s view, or want to get the most from living in Alford, this is your starting point.
Schools
Finding a good local school is a high priority for parents, but where do you start looking?
Why not start with your nearest primary school, Alford Primary School.
If you want to broaden your search, look at all the primary and secondary schools in Alford.
My neighbours
Did you know that 17% of the population in Aberdeenshire is aged between 20 and 34? Our population graph gives you a complete breakdown of the local population, by age.
Plus get an insight of who lives in Alford with Neighbourhood profile.
See how your schools and crime figures in Alford measure up to other parts of the country.
Lottery system for school places
A lottery-style system for schools, which awards school places to children through random allocation, has been causing a stir in the areas it's being trialled in. Let us know what you think of the scheme.
Policing & crime
Review the Crime figures for your area and see how they measure against the national average.
Grampian Police are responsible for tackling crime in Alford. Contact them with questions or concerns about local policing.
My council & reps
Your local council is Aberdeenshire. Contact them directly for information about local services.
Find out who is in a position of power in Alford and get in touch with your political reps.
