The Tillydrone, Seaton, and Old Aberdeen ward encompasses a historic academic core alongside residential neighbourhoods bordering the River Don. Old Aberdeen, centred on the University of Aberdeen's King's College campus and St. Machar's Cathedral, forms the historic heart with its cobbled streets and ancient buildings. The area transitions through the Victorian-era Seaton estate into the more modern, predominantly post-war housing of Tillydrone to the west.
The ward is defined by the river's curve and the expansive playing fields of Seaton Park, which includes the secluded Cruickshank Botanic Garden. A distinctive feature is the Brig o' Balgownie, a medieval single-arch bridge spanning a deep gorge. The area functions as a cohesive community with strong university ties, local schools, and retail hubs, set within a landscape of green spaces and significant architectural heritage.
