Milton of Leys (Scottish Gaelic: Baile Muilinn an Leigheis, meaning "Mill-Farm of Medicine" [3]) is an area of the city of Inverness in the Highland council area of Scotland. It lies on high ground overlooking the Moray Firth, 3 miles (5 km) southeast of the city centre, to the west of the A9 road.
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Population | 3,160 (mid-2020 est.)[1][2] |
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Country | Scotland |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Postcode district | IV2 6 |
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Since the 1990s, Milton of Leys has developed largely as a residential settlement. Construction of a local primary school began in June 2010, opening in August 2011.[4] Previously, pupils attended nearby Inshes Primary.
Housing development has continued throughout the 21st century, with Milton of Leys being one of the city's fastest growing areas.
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