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AREA SPOTLIGHT

Cupar some 600 years and the British Golf Museum
Cupar is one of the oldest market towns in Fife, attracting visitors from all over the world. Other Anstruther
but it’s increasingly in demand with buyers historic landmarks include Blackfriars Chapel,
searching for a more relaxed way of life. Much which was built in the 1920s and St Andrews
of Cupar’s popularity is thanks to its enviable Cathedral.
location, offering great links to Aberdeen,
Dundee and Edinburgh by road and rail, easy The town is also known for its university – which
access to the countryside and just a 20-minute includes the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
drive to the coast. The average selling price in among its famous alumni.
the town is £222,002.
For families, Craigtoun Country Park – located
For outdoor enthusiasts there is The Scottish two miles away from St Andrews – has an
Deer Centre and two farms: Cairnie Fruit Farm & adventure playground, trampolines, Fairy Glen,
Mega Maze and Muddy Boots Farm which has a trim trail and a 30ft zip wire.
soft play barn, grass sledging, zorbing, pig racing,
a quad train, duck racing and a huge sand pit. Anstruther Crail
St Andrews offers a range of properties to
suit all tastes, from Georgian flats to stunning Another fabulous option for buyers searching
St Andrews country houses. Properties for sale in St for a coastal property is the beautiful Anstruther.
St Andrews is one of Scotland’s most famous Andrews are typically in high demand as the Positioned in the sought-after East Neuk, Glenrothes
seaside locations, perched on the picturesque town offers a rare blend of relaxed living, Anstruther is the largest in a string of charming
East Neuk of Fife. It is home to the iconic stunning scenery and excellent amenities. fishing villages in the area and is popular with The ‘administrative capital’ of Fife, Glenrothes
West Sands Beach, as well as a number of As a result, house prices in St Andrews are holidaymakers as well as house-hunters. has long been a popular choice for buyers of
world-renowned golf courses, hotels and understandably above the Scottish average all ages and stages, thanks to its affordability,
the University. St Andrews offers a fantastic (the current average house price, according Perfectly picturesque, Anstruther is a great excellent amenities and strong transport links
selection of properties, along with excellent to ESPC data, is £427,173) and ESPC’s local choice for downsizers and family buyers looking across Fife and the Central Belt. There’s lots to
schooling and a thriving town centre. solicitor estate agents will be ideally placed to for a more relaxed pace of life. The average do in this thriving town, with a busy shopping
give you information on all the latest selling property price here is £282,474. centre, sports and leisure options, and a selection
St Andrews is renowned as the Home of Golf, prices in the area to help guide you on what to of nationally recognised parks to enjoy.
with the famous Old Course dating back bid when you find the home for you. Crail
For those dreaming of a life beside the water, Glenrothes also offers a variety of property
Crail is a fantastic choice. Perfectly positioned options, making it ideal for many buyers – from
St Andrews town-centre apartments to grand detached
on the East Neuk of Fife, just ten miles from St
Andrews, Crail is a charming harbour town that homes on the outskirts.
has much to offer.

Crail has a particular wealth of beautiful
buildings, including many restored and cared Find your home in Fife
for by the National Trust for Scotland, which Looking for a property in Fife? Contact
adds to its picturesque feel. It also has two good ESPC on 0131 624 8000, send an email to
local golf courses – Balcomie Links which is one support@espc.com, or pop into our Property
of the oldest golf courses in the world – and Information Centre on George Street in
Craighead Links. Edinburgh.

Crail is one of the smaller locations on our list,
but that only adds to the demand to live in Figures are based on properties marketed and sold through
this fashionable postcode where the average ESPC. Figures relate to the six-month period ending on
property price is £266,140. 30/11/2022.

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