{"id":2415,"date":"2021-06-02T07:46:42","date_gmt":"2021-06-02T07:46:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=2415"},"modified":"2021-06-02T07:46:44","modified_gmt":"2021-06-02T07:46:44","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-arbroath","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-arbroath\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Arbroath?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arbroath\nis a town in Central Scotland with a population of around 24,000. It is the\nlargest town in Angus and is located 45 miles from the city of Aberdeen and 16\nmiles from Dundee. Its coastal position affords it a strong connection with the\nfishing industry, and the town is famous for its \u2018smokies\u2019 (smoked haddock). The\ntown is popular with families thanks to a plethora of attractions and events\nand has a booming local tourist and hospitality industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Having a train station and a reliable local bus network ensures\nthat the town of Arbroath is well connected to the surrounding area and the\nrest of Scotland. The town is also located within easy reach of the A92 and A90. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arbroath is popular with those looking to live in a coastal\nsetting whilst also being within easy reach of the amenities and job\nopportunities offered by nearby Dundee. The average price of a house in the area is \u00a3143,291. Significantly less than the\nnational average, Central Scotland (\u00a3183,255) and Angus (\u00a3180,206) overall,\nparticularly hotspots Monifieth (\u00a3221,567) and Carnoustie\n(\u00a3185,628). Flats in Arbroath average around \u00a389,000 whilst detached houses can\nbe purchased for around \u00a3285,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport links&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being located on the main railway line between Aberdeen and Dundee\nmakes Arbroath a popular commuter location for those working in Dundee<a href=\"https:\/\/www.scotrail.co.uk\/plan-your-journey\/stations-and-facilities\/arb\">. Arbroath\nstation<\/a> sits in a central position in the town and offers regular\nservices to both Dundee and Aberdeen. These services run approximately three\ntimes per hour throughout the week. The journey time to Dundee is half an hour,\nand the journey to Aberdeen takes just over an hour. There are also hourly\nservices to Edinburgh and Glasgow in operation, as well as train services connecting\nwith London King\u2019s Cross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arbroath has a bus network that makes transit around the town easy\nand efficient. There are also many bus services that serve the rural areas surrounding\nthe town. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The A92 passes across the coastal edge of the town and runs south\nto Dundee and north to Aberdeen. From Dundee the A90 offers access to the M90.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nearby\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hial.co.uk\/dundee-airport\">Dundee Airport<\/a> offers\nthree daily flights to London which puts the UK capital within easy reach for\nthose needing to travel for business or pleasure. The flight time is under two\nhours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools and education<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\nare a number of primary schools in Arbroath and the surrounding area. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angus.gov.uk\/directories\/primary_schools\/hayshead_primary_school\">Hayshead Primary School<\/a> offers primary\neducation to over 400 local pupils. The school also has a nursery class for\npre-school aged children. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angus.gov.uk\/directories\/primary_schools\/ladyloan_primary_school\">Ladyloan School<\/a> offers education for\nboys and girls aged 3-12 and is also popular with families in the local area. <a href=\"https:\/\/muirfield.aberdeen.sch.uk\/\">Muirfield Primary<\/a> is a slightly smaller\nschool with just under 200 pupils on the roll and places a high value on\noffering a caring ethos based on values of resilience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For\nolder children, secondary education is provided at co-educational <a href=\"http:\/\/www.arbroathhigh.angus.sch.uk\/\">Arbroath High School<\/a>. There is also <a href=\"http:\/\/www.arbroathacademy.angus.sch.uk\/\">Arbroath Academy<\/a> which is slightly\nsmaller than Arbroath High and prides itself on the values of respect, trust,\nequality and happiness. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For\nthose looking for further or higher education, as well the opportunity to\nengage is academic and cultural events, there is the well regarded <a href=\"https:\/\/dundeeandangus.ac.uk\/\">Dundee and Angus College<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dundee.ac.uk\/\">University of Dundee<\/a> which specialises in Life Science and Medicine\nor the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.abdn.ac.uk\/\">University of Aberdeen<\/a>, one of the top 20 UK\nuniversities. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"valuation-widgets\">\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/online-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-house.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Instant online <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Get a rough estimate of your home's value now.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"valuation-widgets__col\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/property-valuation\" class=\"valuation-widget\">\n            <div class=\"media\">\n    <div class=\"media__media\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/wp-content\/themes\/yopa\/assets\/images\/icon-currency.svg\" alt=\"\" role=\"presentation\">    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"media__inner\">\n        <div class=\"media__heading\">\n            Face-to-face <span class=\"chevron\">valuation<\/span>        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"media__content\">\n            <p>Book an appointment with your local Yopa agent.<\/p>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure and amenities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.angusalive.scot\/sport-leisure\/visit-a-sports-centre\/arbroath-sports-centre\/\">Arbroath Sports Centre<\/a> offers a\nrange of fitness classes as well as a fully equipped gym. There is also a\nswimming pool and pitches that can be booked for football and other sports. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angusalive.scot\/libraries\/visit-a-library\/arbroath-library\/\">library,<\/a> which is\nsituated in a beautiful, historic building, offers a wide range of titles as\nwell as an extensive local history collection. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angusalive.scot\/theatre-venues\/our-venues\/webster-memorial-theatre\/\">Webster Memorial\nTheatre<\/a> hosts live entertainment and plays performed by local groups as\nwell as those visiting the area. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For those who enjoy the great outdoors there is plenty to\ndiscover. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walkhighlands.co.uk\/angus\/arbroath-cliffs.shtml\">The Arbroath to\nAuchmithie Coastal Path<\/a> offers the chance to explore the beautiful coastline\non foot. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.historicenvironment.scot\/visit-a-place\/places\/arbroath-abbey\/\">Arbroath Abbey<\/a> is also an\nenjoyable visit, and the harbour is the perfect place for a picturesque stroll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Children will enjoy <a href=\"http:\/\/www.kerrsminiaturerailway.co.uk\/\">Kerr\u2019s Miniature Railway<\/a> and a\nvisit to the alpacas at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.davidshillalpacas.com\/\">David\u2019s Hill<\/a> where it\nis possible to go on an alpaca trek. There is also <a href=\"https:\/\/pleasurelandarbroath.co.uk\/\">Pleasure Land<\/a> to enjoy. As Tayside and\nAngus\u2019 largest indoor fun fair and amusement arcade, there is plenty to\nentertain children of all ages come rain or shine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no shortage of places to eat and drink in Arbroath. For\nspecial occasions there is the highly acclaimed <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gordonsrestaurant.co.uk\/\">Gordon\u2019s Restaurant<\/a> where you\ncan sit down to high quality food that has earned the restaurant a mention in\nthe Michelin Guide. For a more informal meal, there is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldbrewhousearbroath.co.uk\/\">The Old Brewhouse<\/a> to enjoy.\nServing fresh seafood and sumptuous desserts, the restaurant enjoys a good\nreputation with locals and visitors alike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arbroath is also home to supermarkets Tesco, Morrisons and Lidl\nplus a good range of high street and independent retailers for all the\nessentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s on?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a busy social calendar in and around Arbroath with plenty\nof activities for all ages. The organised bike rides in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitscotland.com\/info\/see-do\/monikie-country-park-p252681\">Monikie Country Park<\/a> and\nchildren\u2019s shows at the local theatre are particularly popular. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are also a number of community events ranging from <a href=\"https:\/\/mbasic.facebook.com\/BROTHOCK-SHOTOKAN-KARATE-CLUB-135377389818014\/\">Mental Health and\nWellbeing Through Martial Arts<\/a> to baby massage classes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dundee is a short train ride away and offers numerous retail and\nleisure facilities plus a host of museums such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rrsdiscovery.co.uk\/\">Discovery Point<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verdantworks.co.uk\/\">Verdant Works<\/a> which provide more\ninformation on the area\u2019s rich heritage. Culture vultures will enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mcmanus.co.uk\/\">The McManus Art Gallery<\/a> and those interested in the\nhistory and evolution of transport can head to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmoft.co.uk\/\">Dundee\nMuseum of Transport<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city also offers activities such as the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.leisureandculturedundee.com\/leisure\/urban-moves\">Urban Moves Dance\nProgramme<\/a>, guided history walks and creative writing events. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Crime and safety<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arbroath has a relatively low crime rate\nand is well policed by the Tayside Division of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scotland.police.uk\/\">Police\nScotland<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local authorities work closely with\nthe community through initiatives such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angus.gov.uk\/community_empowerment\/clean_up_angus_campaign\">Clean Up Angus Campaign<\/a> and the multi-agency <a href=\"https:\/\/www.angus.gov.uk\/community_empowerment\/community_justice\/angus_community_justice_partnership\">Angus Community Justice Partnership<\/a> and there are a number of community <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/176770859042439\/\">groups<\/a>\nand <a href=\"http:\/\/www.voluntaryactionangus.org.uk\/what-we-do\/\">projects<\/a> locally in Arbroath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Want to know more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out current properties available in Arbroath <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/houses-for-sale\/arbroath-angus\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arbroath is a town in Central Scotland with a population of around 24,000. 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