Aberdeenshire residents 'enjoy best quality of life in Scotland'

People who live in Aberdeenshire have a better quality of life than anyone else in Scotland, according to new research.

Bank of Scotland statistics show that they live in some of the most expensive houses in the country and have enjoyed a 29 per cent increase in property costs over the last year.

The money institution added that the area was followed by East Dunbartonshire and the Orkney Islands, although East Renfrewshire, which finished seventh overall, enjoyed the highest average house price.

"A strong, long economy, along with good schools and a low crime rate has helped Aberdeenshire to become the area with the best quality of life in Scotland in 2007," commented Tim Crawford, group economist for the firm.

In England, the average house price currently stands at £210,578, which marks an increase of 0.2 per cent over the last quarter.

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