If you’re looking for cheaper rent, a better cost of living, and a more family oriented lifestyle - living in Glasgow might just not be for you - that’s why we’ve put together this list of the best spots around the city that offer the best commutes into town.
Whether they be in Lanarkshire, Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire, or even Ayrshire, these towns offer a different lifestyle to the one offered in Glasgow, while still not sacrificing a lot of the creature comforts we’re used to from living in a big city.
We took a few things into account: hospitality, house prices, transport links into Glasgow, education, and the general vibes the town give off.
You'll never stop being Glaswegian, regardless of where you live, so here's a look at the best commuter towns around Glasgow.
9. East Kilbride
If you can handle roundabouts, the new town of East Kilbride is a great place to live. | EK town centre
10. Irvine
You can commute from Irvine to Glasgow surprisingly quick, there's a beach, and you can get some really great scran from the numerous cafes and restaurants. | James - stock.adobe.com Photo: James - stock.adobe.com
11. Bearsden
Bearsden barely feels like you've left Glasgow, but its a really comfortable suburb. Grab some amazing food from some of the many restaurants, and you're only a short jaunt away from Glasgow's West and North end, with fantastic transport links too. | Historic Environment Scotland
12. Rutherglen
Rutherglen is another neighbourhood that often gets mistaken for being part of Glasgow, despite being under the jurisdiction of South Lanarkshire, such is the proximity of the town to the city. Expect speedy travel times, cheaper rent, and a much more manageable cost of living. | Google Maps