The 14 happiest places to live in Scotland named by Rightmove - full list
01.12.2022 - 17:49
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
The 14 happiest places to live in Scotland have been name by Rightmove as part of its 11th annual Happy at Home Index.
Galashiels in the Scottish Borders topped the Scottish list and came second in this year’s British list, which is the first time an area from Scotland has been ranked in the top three since 2016.
Residents of Galashiels scored it particularly highly on the friendliness and politeness of the people, and it came top in this area across Great Britain.
Other Scottish entries that made the top 10 list in Britain include Perth, which ranked fifth and Stirling which came in at ninth.
Scotland's top five also included Dundee in the fourth spot and Inverness in fifth.
Alice Brown, Valuer at Rettie & Co. Borders said: "It is no surprise that Galashiels is so loved by its residents. It is the largest of the Border towns, with a population of circa 15,000.
"Its central placement in the Borders makes it a popular location for families, giving a relaxed way of life while being in a commutable distance of Edinburgh via either the Borders Railway, bus or car.
"Steeped in history, Galashiels has a wide variety of housing from classic period properties to new builds, offering something for every type of buyer. The countryside surrounding Galashiels also has much to offer, especially for those with an interest in rural pursuits such as walking, trail running, biking, wild swimming, etc.
"In terms of entertainment, a variety of amenities are on the doorstep, including a cinema, gyms, a swimming pool, supermarkets, independent shops, cafes, a retail park, restaurants and well-regarded schools. The recently established Heartland Market brings together the town and local businesses."
Tim Bannister, Rightmove’s Director of