Idyll’s a perfect spot for families

MOTHER-of-three Julie Collins, 49, from Milngavie, East Dunbartonshire, says the area is a perfect place for families.

Mrs Collins, a small business owner, says: ‘I’ve lived here all my life and brought my children up here. My daughter has moved away to Edinburgh but already wants to move back.

‘It’s a very good environment, I couldn’t be healthier, safer and the schools are great. The only bad thing is that there’s not enough places for young people to live. I feel safe. There’s plenty of leisure facilities and beauty spots.’

POPULATION: 107,000 AV HOUSE PRICE: £225,570 FAMOUS RESIDENTS: Doctor Who star Peter Capaldi, Gruffalo author Julia Donaldson, rowing champion Katherine Grainger. ALSO HOME TO: The West Highland Way, the Roman-built Antonine Wall, Mugdock Castle.