Hilltown, Dundee facts for kids
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| Population | 10,592 |
| OS grid reference | NO400311 |
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| Country | Scotland |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | DUNDEE |
| Postcode district | DD3 |
| Dialling code | 01382 |
| Ambulance | Scottish |
| EU Parliament | Scotland |
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Hilltown, also known as The Hilltown, is a neighborhood in Dundee, Scotland. It's mostly a place where people live, located just north of the city center.
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Who Lives in Hilltown?
In 2001, about 9,337 people lived in Hilltown. By 2011, the number changed to 6,408. This happened because many older apartment buildings from the 1960s and 70s were taken down.
Most homes in Hilltown are flats in buildings that are three or four stories tall. There are also four taller apartment blocks. About 82% of homes here are flats.
Most people living in Hilltown are White (88%). Other groups include Asian (8.5%), African (1.6%), and other mixed groups (2%).
About the Hilltown Area
Hilltown is an "inner city" area, meaning it's close to the main part of Dundee. It sits on a hill, so it offers great views of the River Tay. Hilltown is one of the oldest parts of Dundee.
Long ago, Hilltown was a busy place for the jute industry. Many mill workers lived here because it was close to their jobs. Today, it's mainly a residential area. There's a shopping street, but many shops have closed because new shopping malls are easier to reach in the city center.
Changes and New Buildings
Many tall apartment buildings were taken down, which has led to new developments. Four of the biggest tower blocks, known as the 'Alexander Street Multis', were demolished on July 31, 2011. Two more, Butterburn Court and Bucklemaker Court, were taken down on June 30, 2013.
New public spaces and play areas have been created. Hilltown Park opened in September 2008. It's an urban park designed for local people and visitors to enjoy.
Schools in Hilltown
There are four primary schools in the Hilltown area:
- Our Lady's RC Primary School
- Rosebank Primary School
- Dens Road Primary School
- St Peter & Paul RC Primary School
The Constitution Road Campus of Dundee College was also located in Hilltown.
Hilltown's Past and Future
Hilltown has a long and interesting history. In medieval times, traders used to set up markets outside the city walls here. Over the years, the area has changed a lot. Now, many new apartments and recreational facilities are being built.
St Salvador's Church
The Episcopal St Salvador’s Church was started in Hilltown in 1856. It was founded by Bishop Alexander Penrose Forbes and Reverend James Nicolson. The church was built to help the many mill workers living nearby. The building was finished in 1874.
Today, the church continues to help people in Dundee. It runs a busy food bank to support those in need.
Famous People from Hilltown
Some notable people have connections to Hilltown:
- Rev. Thomas Dick (1774–1857): A church minister, science teacher, writer, and astronomer.
- John Duncan (1866–1945): A symbolist painter known for his art about Arthurian legends, Celtic folklore, and myths.
- Ethel Moorhead (1869–1955): A suffragette and painter who worked in Dundee in the early 1900s.
- George Kidd (1925–1998): A professional wrestler and TV broadcaster.
