The top beauty spots for those on the move

Are you looking to relocate to one of the UK’s top ten most sought-after beauty spots? With 46 areas of outstanding natural beauty scattered across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and 40 national scenic areas across Scotland, you’re spoilt for choice.

Out in the sticks

Research1 has highlighted that the Cotswolds tops the list, with houses in this area achieving more than 8.5 million views in 2021. Attracted by its charming villages and acres of open countryside, the average property price is £474,164. With 8.25 million views and an average house price of £460,132, the Kent Downs take second place, while the Chilterns ranks third with over seven million views and an average price of £613,200. Cornwall, the Gower, the Wye Valley, High Weald, South Devon, the North Wessex Downs and the Surrey Hills complete the top ten list.

The Surrey Hills is the most expensive area, with the average home costing £704,813. At the other end of the scale, the Scottish Highlands’ Kyle of Tongue was the least expensive beauty spot, with homes selling for £118,302 on average.

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1Zoopla, 2021

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