Local area guides

Everything you need to know about living in some of the UK's top towns and cities.

Across the length and breadth of the UK there are a large number of towns and cities to suit all requirements and preferences. Our local area guides provide you with detailed information about what it's like to live in these top towns and cities, what you can expect to pay for property and bills such as council tax, how to get around using public transport, and the best places to enjoy a pint.
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All our area guides

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Sheffield: area guide

Known as the ‘Steel City’, Sheffield played a huge part in the Industrial Revolution and has redeveloped throughout the 21st century to become a hub of culture, while remaining a popular city for property hunters.

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Bath: area guide

Steeped in history and known across the world for its Roman-built baths, Bath is one of the jewels in the South West’s crown.

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Norwich area guide
Norwich: area guide

Norwich is packed with history, well connected and close to some of the UK’s best green spaces.

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York: area guide

Founded by the Romans in 71AD, York is a city packed with history and located in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK.

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Cardiff: area guide

The largest city in Wales and the 11th largest in the United Kingdom, Cardiff is a highly sought-after location for buyers and renters.

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Oxford area guide
Oxford: area guide

Oxford is known as the City of Dreaming Spires and is one of the most popular cities in the UK with property hunters.

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Milton area guide
Milton Keynes: area guide

Milton Keynes was one of the major ‘new’ towns created in England in the mid 20th century as an ‘overspill’ town to alleviate densely populated areas of London.

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Derby: area guide

Derby’s role and growth during the Industrial Revolution culminated in the town being granted city status in 1977. Since then, its popularity has grown with property hunters looking for a central base, alongside superb links to the countryside.

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Southampton: area guide

Southampton’s rich history is backed up by just how much it offers property buyers and renters – from its highly-regarded universities and teaching hospital to its glorious marina and stunning coastal properties.

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Cambridge: area guide

There’s much more to this great English city than education. Read our dedicated area guide for everything you need to know about living in Cambridge.

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Manchester: area guide

With the fifth largest population in the country, Manchester is a true powerhouse. Read our dedicated area guide for everything you need to know about living in Manchester.

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Glasgow: area guide

From a small rural settlement to Scotland’s largest city by population. Read our dedicated area guide for everything you need to know about living in Glasgow.

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Birmingham: area guide

An industrial powerhouse of the 18th century and now a hugely popular place to live. Read our dedicated area guide for everything you need to know about living in Birmingham.

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Leeds: area guide

When it comes to northern powerhouses, they don’t come much bigger than Leeds. Read our dedicated area guide for everything you need to know about living in Leeds.

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Plymouth: area guide

Plymouth is not only renowned for its maritime history – it’s also a stunning place to live. Read our dedicated area guide for everything you need to know about living in Plymouth.

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