Muirend

Muirend
Scottish Gaelic: *Ceann an t-Slèibh*
Muirend Scottish Gaelic: Ceann an t-Slèibh;
	Sandstone tenement with shops on Clarkston Road
	Muirend Location within the Glasgow City council area Muirend Location within East Renfrewshire Muirend Location within Scotland
OS grid reference	NS573600
Community council	Cathcart and District;
Council area	Glasgow City;
Lieutenancy area	Glasgow;
Country	Scotland
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	GLASGOW
Postcode district	G44 3
Dialling code	0141
Police	Scotland
Fire	Scottish
Ambulance	Scottish
UK Parliament	Glasgow South;
Scottish Parliament	Glasgow Cathcart;

Muirend is an area on the South side of Glasgow, Scotland. It is situated about 4 miles (6.5 km) south of Glasgow city centre. Muirend became extensively urbanised in the 20th century, developing into a commuter suburb. In a 2014 Royal Mail survey, the G44 postcode – which includes Muirend – was rated as the most desirable area of Scotland to live in. Neighbouring areas include Cathcart, Merrylee and Newlands in Glasgow, and Netherlee and Giffnock in East Renfrewshire (plus Cathcart Cemetery which forms the eastern boundary). Some buildings that are locally associated with Muirend, including the main row of shops, as well as Hazelden Park and Muirend Pavilion, are located in East Renfrewshire. Notable residents include Sam McAulay amongst others.

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