Aberystwyth, a pretty seaside town in the UK has been named as safest place to live in the country. The hidden gem boasts a beautiful pier and a 2,000 metre long promenade, cliff railway and plenty of picturesque beaches to go alongside the lowest crime rate in the UK.
While Margate, famous for its seaside charm, was crowned the overall winner, Weymouth in Dorset wasn't far behind. Taking the second spot, this coastal gem was found to have some of the best air quality, plus excellent dry weather in the summer season.
Where is the most peaceful place to live in England?
Northumberland has come out on top as being the quietest place in England! The county has a low population density with only 64 people per square kilometre, ranking as the 16th emptiest place in the whole of the UK.
Where is the cheapest seaside town to live in the UK?
The majority of the most affordable spots are in Scotland, with Greenock in Inverclyde taking the top spot. The only location in England to make the 'cheap list' is Newbiggin-by-the-Sea in Northumberland. Meanwhile, the list of expensive seaside towns is dominated by the South West, with seven entrants.
For the third year in the row, the crown went to Bamburgh in Northumberland. The northern-eastern village is among the country's 46 official areas of outstanding natural beauty and beat big-name resorts including Brighton and Blackpool.
Are there any disadvantages to live at the seaside?
Maintenance May Be Expensive
The same salty sea air that makes seaside living so much fun can destroy homes and other property. Salt has a corrosive effect that will damage home finishes, electronics, vehicles, and furniture. Routine flooding can also damage property.
Coastal Living ranks the best small waterfront communities for its annual "Happiest Seaside Town in America" issue, and for 2018, the happiest of them all is Ocean City, N.J.
One of the biggest draws of retiring in Seaside is its prime location on the Oregon coast. This small city offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy beach activities such as fishing, boating, and kayaking — all with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and nearby mountains.
Porthcurno Beach, Cornwall. Our research found that Porthcurno Beach in Cornwall is the warmest beach in the UK outside of summer, making this a must-visit during your Cornwall vacation. ...
1. Holkham National Nature Reserve and Beach – Norfolk. Not content with being one of England's most impressive country houses, gorgeous Holkham Hall also looks after the stunning Holkham National Nature Reserve and Beach, arguably Norfolk's most perfect strip of dune-backed sand.
Sandbanks, Dorset. If you want to be papped on the beach in your best bikini, the chances of it happening here are probably (see Suffolk) higher than anywhere else in the UK. ...
Cambridge is one of the most American cities in Britain with 2,284 people living in the city born in the United States, according to the last Census in 2011. This figure was 1.8 per cent of the population, or one in 54 people in the city.
Castle Combe, Cotswold Valley – This quintessential English village has been named, “Prettiest Village in England,” and for good reason! There's a river flowing through the town, quaint riverside cottages, and charming little streets.
Where is the cheapest but nicest place to live in the UK?
Stirling is a city located in central Scotland and one of the cheapest places to live in the UK. It is 26 miles North East of Glasgow and 37 miles North West of Edinburgh. Stirling is an upbeat city that provides all the amenities of a modern metropolis, but with a hometown feel.
Seaside towns vary a lot in size. The largest (Greater Bournemouth) has a population larger than the combined population of the 15 smallest seaside towns on the list. The seven largest seaside towns account for half of the English seaside town population. Seaside towns have a growing population.
What is the most expensive place to live by the sea in the UK?
Britain's most expensive seaside town is Salcombe in Devon - with an average house price of more than £1.2m in 2022, according to Halifax. Salcombe overtook Sandbanks, in Dorset, which was the priciest seaside spot in 2021.
