Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Buckie, Banffshire

Property for sale in Buckie

Buckie is located on the far north-east coast of Scotland, on the south shore of the Moray Firth. The town has a population of approximately 8,500, and administratively is within the unitary council region of Moray. Buckie grew rapidly during the herring boom of the 19th century to become the largest fishing port on the Moray Firth, and today the harbour can accommodate up to 400 boats. The town has predominantly Victorian architecture and is in an elevated position, with many of its streets sloping down to the shoreline and stretches of sandy beach. Local estate agents in Buckie say this popular coastal town appeals to those seeking a traditional family home within a coastal community. The types of property for sale in Buckie include Victorian detached houses, modern executive style family homes, farmhouses and white painted stone cottages.

Amenities for properties in Buckie

The town provides its residents with local shops, supermarkets, a leisure centre, professional services and restaurants. For a wider selection of shops and amenities there are good road links to the main Moray town of Elgin, and also to Aberdeen and Inverness. Families considering Buckie property will discover the town has schooling for children of all ages. Traditionally the sea has provided the main employment for people in Buckie, and fishing and shipbuilding still continues, although on a smaller scale. Today food processing is important to the town’s economy, with large fish factories and smoke houses sited around the harbour, and the shipyard now builds and refurbishes lifeboats for much of the UK. The area has a range of outdoor leisure pursuits which include hill walking, boating, fishing, sailing, photography and ornithology.

Transport for Buckie

If you are travelling by car and searching for houses for sale in Buckie the town is accessible via the A96. The nearest railway station is in Elgin, which is fully serviced by the Inverness to Aberdeen line, both of which are linked to the national rail network.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Buckie, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Macduff, Banff and Aberlour.