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Nestling in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with the Dartmoor National Park to the north, the natural harbour of Plymouth Sound to the south and the rivers Plym and Tamar on either side, Plymouth's rich history and maritime heritage combine the advantage of city living with the benefits of the countryside and coastline of Devon and Cornwall on its doorstep. Plymouth is known as the Waterfront City and the largest city on the South coast, and is also the industrial, economic and cultural hub of the South West peninsula. Plymouth, in the county of Devon was recently voted the best place to live in the UK and is a city full of surprises. Plymouth property is available in a variety of different locations. People searching for property for sale in Plymouth can choose from living in waterfront locations, in brand new developments in the heart of the city centre, or in a traditional town house in a quiet residential road. There are plenty of new homes in Plymouth, the city centre is currently undergoing redevelopment, with new developments of properties being built at the western end of the Hoe and in the city centre, and there are also redevelopment projects of old naval properties. If you are searching for flats for sale in Plymouth expect to pay £225k+ for a two bedroom apartment in the city centre. There are plenty of houses for sale in Plymouth, both new and old. Modern detached three bedroom family homes close to schools and local amenities sell for £225k+. There are over 20 estate agents in Plymouth registered with Primelocation.com, who are waiting to help you find a property to suit your requirements.
Living in Plymouth
Plymouth is home to quarter of a million people, several thousand of them students, (including those from overseas), which makes Plymouth a vibrant, youthful city - big enough to make you feel part of a cosmopolitan and thriving community, but small enough to avoid being impersonal. People researching to buy property in Plymouth will discover a modern pedestrianised city centre with extensive shopping facilities - Plymouth enjoys a reputation of being the shopping capital of the South West. Whilst walking through the centre you will discover over 500 shops, offering all the usual high street names in the shopping boulevards and in the brand new Drake Circus covered shopping development, as well as bars cafés, clubs and restaurants. This contrasts with the Barbican area, one of the oldest parts of Plymouth, where narrow Elizabethan streets house small quirky shops, art galleries, bars and cafés. Plymouth also has a rapidly developing music and comedy scene, with many acts performing in the Plymouth Pavilions, a multi-million pound complex attracting many top acts. The city's art scene is comprehensive, with a large cinema and a new 15-screen multiplex, plus an arts centre. People who enjoy eating out will find a wide range of international cuisine available, with numerous hotels, restaurants and bistros, many of which specialise in fresh seafood dishes. The region has a rich tradition in fresh, locally-produced food and drink.
Families with children will discover there are over 100 schools/colleges in the area, and is also home to Plymouth University. Local residents consider Plymouth to be an excellent place to bring up children, with its good selection of schools, hospitals, and leisure facilities and good quality of life. This is a city of action when it comes to leisure activities: from ice skating to bowling, from swimming to skiing and golfing, whatever you enjoy, whatever your age you will find it in Plymouth. For lovers of the sea, choices include windsurfing, canoeing, sailing, scuba diving and water skiing - in clear sea water. People who are relocating to Plymouth and are researching the job market, will discover the majority of employment is in public administration, education, health and tourism.
Transport in Plymouth
There are a number of ways to travel to Plymouth. By road Plymouth is accessed via the A38 Devon Expressway which links to the motorway network at Exeter (M5). You can join the M4 to London and South Wales or the M6 to the Midlands and the North. Bristol is just 125 miles away, while London is approximately four hours. By rail, Plymouth is well served by Intercity high-speed trains, with frequent services to London Paddington, as well as fast Intercity services to Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Newcastle and Edinburgh, and also a direct link through to Aberdeen. By air, Plymouth Airport, situated just four miles from the city centre and close to the A38 Devon Expressway, offers fast and convenient links to a variety of cities in the UK, Ireland and the Channel Islands. Additionally Exeter International Airport is only 45 minutes away. Brittany Ferries operate services from the modern ferry port at Millbay Docks to Roscoff in Britanny, Santander in northern Spain and to Southern Ireland. Travelling around Plymouth city centre is easy on the comprehensive network of public transport routes, and park and ride facilities are available at Coypool and Milehouse where cars can be parked free of charge.