Preston sits within the Preston, Seton and Gosford neighbourhood on the East Lothian coast, offering a quieter, coastal alternative to city living while keeping Edinburgh well within reach. A railway station and easy access to the A1 mean commuting into the city is straightforward, whether by rail or road. Families are well served here, with six state schools in the immediate area, including Preston Lodge High School, giving you a full run of options from primary through to secondary without having to travel far. Day-to-day life is well covered too. You'll find 17 food outlets, several supermarkets, 12 fitness venues and 19 parks and green spaces close at hand, along with good access to GPs, dentists and pharmacies for routine healthcare. The area also benefits from genuinely good air quality and lower rainfall than much of Scotland, making it a pleasant spot for anyone who values outdoor space and a bit of fresh coastal air. Looking at the wider area, this part of East Lothian follows a consistent pattern: strong schooling, reliable rail links into Edinburgh, and living costs that sit below or close to the UK average, largely thanks to cheaper transport. Neighbouring areas like Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry, and Haddington and Lammermuir, share this mix of village-level space with practical commuter links, while Musselburgh and Dalkeith offer a bit more urban buzz for those wanting more restaurants and shops close by. Preston itself leans towards the quieter, more coastal end of that spectrum, making it a strong choice for buyers wanting space, good schools and easy access to Edinburgh without the city's price tag.