From the north to the south, these beautiful places are some of the best to call home across the UK. Whether you’re looking for a quieter and more scenic place to live, or a more bustling and busy environment, there’s somewhere for everyone. There’s even a major UK city that’s made its way onto the list.
Latest research by Platform Homeownership has revealed the overall top places to live. The research took into account serveral criteria, including, safety, happiness, cost of living, future potential and amenities (schools/entertainment).
Check below to see if your home makes the cut.
1. Coventry
This major UK city is known for its vibrant cityscape and abundant connections to the rest of the country.
Located in the Midlands, living in this city puts a huge range of places within easy reach.
With just a short train ride, you can reach Birmingham, with Warwick, Leicester and London also easily accessible by train.
The city itself is rich in history, and its beautiful cathedral is a focal point in its skyline.
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2. Telford
Telford is the biggest town in Shropshire and one of the fastest-growing towns in the UK.
It sits around 13 miles east of Shrewsbury and 30 miles north west of Birmingham.
“Telford is well-loved for its extensive shopping centre, Southwater, and its stunning 450-acre Town Park. Living in Telford, you will enjoy thriving town life as well as beautiful nature,” says Home Finder UK.
According to RightMove, house prices in Telford have an overall average of £236,318 over the last year.
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3. Cheltenham
Cheltenham is known for its well-maintained parks, making it an ideal spot for outdoor lovers.
Zoopla says: “With its beautiful Regency architecture, widely lauded as the most complete collection in the UK, living in Cheltenham is akin to residing in an open-air museum exhibiting the magnificence of yester years.”
According to RightMove, house prices in Cheltenham have an overall average of £404,241 over the last year.
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4. Mansfield
Platform Homeownership says: “Mansfield is the second-largest destination in Nottinghamshire, sitting centrally between Nottingham, Derby and Sheffield.
“Home to around 110,000, it’s a popular destination with homebuyers in the area and one of the fastest-growing towns in the country, built on a rich mining heritage that has developed into a strong sense of community.”
The town offers green spaces to breathe and relax, notably Sherwood Forest and Sherwood Pines.
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