Peterhead Prison, sited 32 miles North of Aberdeen, can accommodate up to 142 prisoners, including those who require High Supervision. HMP Peterhead is a local prison for the North East of Scotland. Peterhead accommodates convicted prisoners (with an AB Postcode) serving over 3 months up to 4 years, although at times some prisoners may be held out with this classification to meet the operational requirements of the SPS.