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A historic town in East Ayrshire, has been named one of the cheapest places to live in the UK, with locals praising its vibrant shopping scene and friendly atmosphere. Ranked by property website Rightmove as the most affordable location in Scotland for first-time buyers, Kilmarnock offers average property prices far below the national average. ‌

According to Rightmove, homes in Kilmarnock sold for an average of £154,688 over the past year. Flats went for an average of £75,868, while semi-detached properties fetched £161,391 and terraced houses £115,793. Prices were up seven percent compared to the previous year and four per cent higher than the 2022 peak. ‌

With a population of over 47,000, Kilmarnock’s housing costs are more than five times lower than London, where the

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