Muirhead is a small town approximately 7 miles (11 km) north-east of Glasgow city centre.

Nearby villages and towns include Chryston, Garnkirk, Gartcosh, Moodiesburn, Lenzie and Stepps.

It is a commuter town to Glasgow with road links with the A80/M80 and frequent bus services the X3 and 38C.

Muirhead is located approximately two miles from Gartcosh, Lenzie and Stepps railway stations.

[7] Industries connected with Muirhead include coal and fire clay mining, brickmaking and distilling.