Situated on the lower slopes of the Bathgate and Torphichen Hills, historic Bathgate is the second largest town in West Lothian, with a population of approximately 16,000. Bathgate is entering a period of growth and renewal which will see the population in the town grow significantly and provide new opportunities for the development of business and leisure activities. People considering relocating to the area and searching for property for sale in Bathgate will discover there are a number of large employers within the immediate area, such as call centres for the Bank of Scotland, Sky TV and a large Scottish Courage Plant. Local estate agents in Bathgate say the town has a blend of traditional and modern housing, with a mixture of local authority and privately owned houses, including bungalows, detached family sized villas on modern residential developments, traditional flats, terraced houses and apartments in purpose built blocks.
Amenities for properties in Bathgate
Residents of Bathgate benefit from a traditional, pedestrianised town centre providing a wide selection of independent family run shops, as well as banks, cafés and restaurants. When in Bathgate, don't forget to visit the popular market, which takes place every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Bathgate has an abundance of leisure facilities, which include a swimming pool, sports centre, tennis courts and community theatre. For golfers considering Bathgate property, there is the championship golf course at Dalmahoy and the popular Deer Park golf course at Livingston. There is hill walking and mountain biking in the Pentland Hills, and trout fishing in nearby lochs and reservoirs. Schooling is provided for by two nursery schools, three primary schools and one secondary school. The private schools of Edinburgh and Glasgow are within easy reach, with some of the Edinburgh private schools providing buses to and from Bathgate.
Transport for Bathgate
If you are searching for houses for sale in Bathgate you will discover the town is close to the M8 motorway. The railway station on King Street offers a fast and convenient service into Edinburgh's three stations. Linlithgow, a short drive from Bathgate, is on the main Edinburgh to Glasgow line.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Bathgate, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Livingston, South Queensferry and West Calder.
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40 LINDSAY GARDENS
BATHGATE
EH48 1DU
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