Moving Guide · Scotland
Moving to Glasgow
Know My Postcode · 2026-04-19
Everything you need to know before moving to Glasgow — best areas, average prices, crime rates, schools and transport.
National Rail (4hr 30min London)
To London
Pros
✓ Most affordable major UK city
✓ Vibrant arts and music scene
✓ Friendliest people in UK
✓ Incredible architecture
Cons
✗ Far from London
✗ Weather is challenging
✗ Some areas have high crime
✗ Economy less diverse than Edinburgh
Best areas to live in Glasgow
West EndSouthsideShawlandsMerchant CityBearsden