Westport sits along the Angus coast, taking in the rural areas around Arbroath and stretching towards Montrose, and it's a part of the country that consistently delivers good everyday living at a lower cost than the UK average. Healthcare provision is strong throughout, with GP practices, dentists, pharmacies and hospital access well covered, while families have no shortage of school options, from village primaries feeding into Arbroath High School to the seven state schools serving Montrose. Shops, cafes and restaurants are close at hand across the area, so daily errands rarely mean a long trip. Transport is a clear strength here. Montrose offers direct rail services to Dundee, Aberdeen and Edinburgh, while Arbroath East and Lunan sits on the same Dundee-Aberdeen line, and even the more rural stretches keep Dundee and Arbroath within easy reach via bus stops and the primary road network. A car is still useful, particularly in the quieter village areas, but you're never far from good road or rail links if you need to travel further afield. Across all three areas, the pattern is the same: affordable living costs, cheaper council tax and transport, reasonable rents compared to Scotland's cities, good air quality and plenty of green space, including 17 parks in the rural ward alone. Montrose stands out for its clean crime record over the past three years, while the coastal stretch towards Lunan Bay offers a particularly settled, community feel. Whether you're drawn to village life, a coastal town or a well-connected commuter base, Westport delivers a practical, family-friendly option without the price tag of city living.