Scotton, Catterick Garrison, DL9 3PN

Scotton is situated in the postal district DL 9, within the boundaries of Catterick Garrison. Catterick Garrison is a major military town in North Yorkshire, England, and is the largest British Army garrison in the world. The town covers over 2,400 acres and had a population of around 14,000 in 2021. It lies approximately 3 miles (5 km) south of Richmond, North Yorkshire. The locality is part of a large military community and is characterised by its strong ties to the armed forces. Residents of Scotton benefit from being within a well-established garrison that provides a stable population and a sense of community centred around military life. The area is located in the North Yorkshire region of England and is identified by the postal district DL 9.