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Portstewart
A County Derry seaside town has been named as one of the best places to live in the UK.
Portstewart was named as the regional winner in the annual Sunday Times Best Places to Live guide.
The popular tourist destination was praised for its sandy beach, shops, cafes and interesting cultural scene.
The top prize was won by the Scottish seaside town of North Berwick in East Lothian.
The comprehensive guide is released online on Friday, with an abridged version to be published as a magazine supplement on Sunday.
Helen Davies, editorial projects director and Best Places to Live editor, said: “Wherever you are on the property ladder, there will be somewhere to suit you.”
The Sunday Times’s judges visited all the locations and assessed factors from schools to transport, broadband speeds to culture, as well as access to green spaces and the health of the high street.
Kim Kinnaird, Halifax’s homes and protection director, said: “Where you want to live is a very personal decision. We know it can be daunting, whether it’s deciding where to buy your first home or making a move as your circumstances change.
“There can be lots to think about around what is right for you and your family.”
More information about the research is available at www.thetimes.co.uk/best-places-to-live.
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