With low purchase and rent prices for accommodation, high employment, and low costs of living, North Lanarkshire has rated 8th overall on uSwitch’s list of the best places to live in the UK in 2015. The county borders the north east of the City of Glasgow and is well-connected to the city by road and rail, and as such many of the people who live in North Lanarkshire’s towns and villages are commuters. The county’s schools are good, and the wide choice in lifestyle, housing, and attractions and amenities also make the area a popular choice for families. According to the National Records of Scotland, North Lanarkshire’s population is on the rise.
Wishaw is a large town which is located in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, on the edge of the Clyde Valley. This Scottish town has a long industrial history based predominately on coal mining and steel production. After the post-industrial age, Wishaw diverted its focus on both the service and retail sectors as an attempt to regenerate the area, this saw the arrival and development of vital buildings, such as, the popular retail park which is situated in the south of the town centre. Today, Wishaw boasts great facilities including a brand new University Hospital, Wishaw Sports Centre and Wishaw Golf Club. The area also offers a variety of accommodation, with residents having the options of stately terraces, large executive properties, contemporary homes and luxury apartments.