A charming Scottish town has been named as the cheapest seaside destination in the country. Everybody has their own idea of the perfect place to live, whether it is in the heart of a city or a peaceful woodland village.
For many, nothing can compare to being by the seaside. Property experts at Rightmove have revealed the cheapest coastal spots in the UK. Coming in at number one is Saltcoats in Scotland.
Renowned for its friendly residents, cosy pubs and bars, and myriad of picturesque seaside walks, the North Ayrshire town is a popular destination amongst locals and visitors alike. According to Rightmove, the average cost of a home in Saltcoats is just £114,365.
According to the Express, you can even nab one two-bedroom flat for as little as £62,000. Best of all, it comes with a garden.
Do not be fooled by the low cost of Saltcoats properties, though, as it is a far nicer place to live than you might imagine based on the bargain prices. Nestled on the breathtaking coastline of Irvine Bay southwest of Glasgow, it features golden sandy beaches and stunning Victorian architecture.
The town’s name harkens back to its earliest industry, salt harvesting. Meanwhile, a beautiful harbour that dates back to the 17th century, where fossilised trees can be spotted at low tide, stands testament to the once bustling port.
The cost of a home in Saltcoats is significantly below the national average of £373,493. The latter is more than 10 times the average UK yearly wage of £35,464, according to government data published in October.
According to Rightmove, the 10 cheapest seaside towns for buying a house are in the north of the UK. The most expensive of the 10, averaging £146,674, is in Hartlepool in County Durham.
County Durham is represented three times on the list, with Easington and Peterlee securing the second and third cheapest spots. Meanwhile, Ashington in Northumberland follows with an average price of £132,660.
Over in the Northwest, Bootle in Merseyside boasts an average house price of just £133,197. Elsewhere, Maryport and Workington in Cumbria hover around the £141,000 mark.
As expected, the 10 most expensive seaside locations are in the south of the UK. Sandbanks in Dorset clinched the top spot, with an average price of £1.58 million.
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