neighbouring areas
| Airdrie | Carluke | Hamilton | Motherwell |
| Bellshill | Coatbridge | Lanark | Shotts |
| Biggar | Glasgow | Larkhall | Wishaw |
Property for sale in Strathaven
The historic market town of Strathaven - pronounced Stray-ven - lies in the Avon Valley, surrounded by prime farmland, and has a population of approximately 8,000. Strathaven is particularly picturesque and its core forms a conservation area, making it feel more like a country village than a bustling town. The main employers in the area include the Strathaven Hotel and Community Careline Services. Strathaven residents have benefited from council investment in the Common Green area to create an attractive public space. This and other activities have been channelled through the Strathaven Village Project. The estate agents in Strathaven say the housing in the town is mainly traditional sandstone, although new developments of houses have been built on the northern outskirts. Other types of houses for sale in Strathaven include country cottages, barn conversions, bungalows and detached family villas.
Amenities for properties in Strathaven
Families considering Strathaven property will discover the town has a variety of shops, a leisure pool and sports centre, supermarkets and tearooms as well as professional services. The town centres around the Common Green and the Bleaching Green through which the Powmillon Burn flows. Both primary and secondary schooling are available in Strathaven, and private schooling is available at Hamilton College or in Glasgow. There is a popular local Arts Centre, and a number of fine restaurants and country style pubs. Strathaven Park has bowling, putting, a play area, paddling pool, boating pond and tennis courts. It is also the location for the annual Hot Air Balloon Festival in August.
Transport for Strathaven
When searching for houses for sale in Strathaven you will discover the town is on the A71 route from the east to Ayrshire, the A726 from East Kilbride and the A723 from Hamilton, with easy access to the M74 and the M8 that connects to the main arterial routes of Central Scotland. There are bus services to outlying towns and Glasgow, and the nearest railway station is in Hamilton.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Strathaven, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Hamilton, Coatbridge and Motherwell.