Monifieth

This coastal community, which dates back to the 9th Century, proudly boasts it is one of the sunniest towns in the country. Not surprisingly, it is popular with families and the retirement sector seeking the quality of life which tends to go hand-in-glove with life by the beach.

Like other towns strung along the coast, Monifieth has witnessed substantial development to meet ever growing demand for homes, yet the population remains below the 9000 mark. Research indicates that a high proportion of residents daily make the seven mile trip along the A92 into Dundee for work.

Two primary schools feeding into Monifieth High School, whose catchment area since 1976 includes nearby Angus villages, allied to town centre shops, two golf courses, cycle paths and the post-Millennium Blue Seaway leisure development ensure there's no shortage of facilities in a lively town which pans out from the seafront.