Summarize and humanize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs in EnglishFresh, clean air, picturesque views and improved mental well-being – it’s no surprise why so many Brits are turning to the tranquil allure of the UK’s coastal towns. But which seaside town is considered the very best for the ultimate stress-free existence? Experts at My Baggage conducted a study examining house prices, salaries, climate conditions, connectivity and amenities to determine which UK coastal towns offer the best relocation prospects. The top 10 features diverse locations across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland – with one southeast coastal town emerging as the clear frontrunner. Margate secured the top spot as the UK’s most desirable seaside town, with an impressive relocation score of 98.83.The holiday hotspot, located in Kent, outperformed Yorkshire’s Whitby, which followed in second place with a score of 97.60.In fact, Kent dominated with two of its coastal towns in the top three, including Whitstable. Margate came in top thanks to its exceptional balance of 1,846 annual sunlight hours, moderate rainfall (612.64mm), and superior broadband speeds (210.1 Mbps). Margate secured the top spot as the UK’s most desirable seaside town, with an impressive relocation score of 98.83 and the average price of a house is just over £333,000 Whitby, ranked second most desirable, boasts a staggering average annual salary of £77,628, compared with its medium house price of over £306,000
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The average annual salary in the seaside town is £32,415, while the average price of a house is just over £333,000. Whitby, meanwhile, boasts a staggering average annual salary of £77,628, compared with its medium house price of over £306,000. Residents of the Yorkshire-based town also enjoy around 1492.78 hours of sunlight per year, as well as approximately 793.1mm of rainfall. Coming in third is Whitstable in Kent, with a relocation score of 90.53, followed by Llandudno, Conwy, which boasts the highest median annual salary (£85,050) amongst the top coastal towns, securing its place in the top four with a score of 88.1.Scoring 84.53 in fifth place is Portpatrick in Dumfries and Galloway, which offers the most affordable housing, with average prices at just £142,305.Pembrokeshire’s town of Fishguard – which scored 83.33 – has been crowned sixth most desirable, with 1663.62 hours of sunlight per year and an average salary of £57,542, while the average house price is just over £293,254.Scoring 83.3 in seventh place is Brighton, East Sussex, which enjoys 1670.78 hours of sunlight per year, though the average cost of a home is steep, at £474,403. At number eight, with a score of 82.13, is Aldeburgh, Suffolk, perhaps one of the most costly locations of the bunch with an average annual salary of just £25,371 and the medium price of a house worth a staggering £737,916. Margate’s top ranking is thanks to its exceptional balance of 1,846 annual sunlight hours, moderate rainfall (612.64mm), and superior broadband speeds (210.1 Mbps) Scoring 83.3 in seventh place is Brighton, East Sussex, which enjoys 1670.78 hours of sunlight per year, though the average cost of a home is steep, at £474,403 In ninth place is Penzance, Cornwall, with a score of 82.13, along with the average home totalling £313,911 and 1075.84mm of annual rainfall In tenth place is Portrush, Co Antrim, with a score of 79.78 and the average home costing £245, 531In ninth place is Penzance, Cornwall, with a score of 82.13 and the average home costing £313,911, followed by Portrush, Co Antrim in tenth place with a score of 79.78 and the average home costing £245, 531. Paul Stewart, CEO of My Baggage, commented: ‘Margate leads convincingly as the UK’s premier coastal relocation destination for 2025. ‘Its first-place ranking in our Coastal Relocation Index demonstrates the perfect balance of affordability, quality of life and seaside charm.’With impressive annual sunlight hours, moderate rainfall, excellent broadband connectivity and reasonable property prices, Margate represents the ideal coastal lifestyle without the premium costs associated with other seaside locations.’The study highlights the diverse appeal of the UK’s coastline, with top destinations spanning from Kent to Yorkshire, Wales to Northern Ireland. ‘Particularly noteworthy is the strong showing from Kent, with two towns in the top three, suggesting the county’s growing reputation as the UK’s premier coastal living destination.’
