North Kincardine is a coastal ward in Aberdeenshire, stretching from the southern banks of the River Dee to the North Sea. The area encompasses the town of Portlethen and several smaller settlements like Newtonhill and Muchalls. Its landscape includes farmland, clifftop paths, and stretches of shoreline along the North Sea, with views towards Aberdeen from its northern parts. The A90 trunk road forms a major transport route through the ward.
The area features the historic Muchalls Castle, a 17th-century tower house overlooking the coast. Local industry has traditional ties to fishing and agriculture, with ongoing activity in the nearby Aberdeen Harbour and energy sector. The ward includes the headland at Downies and the rugged coastline around Crawton, offering a contrast to the more developed settlements inland.
