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Living in Hamilton
If you are thinking about moving to Hamilton, this guide will help you understand local services, transport, schools and housing so you can decide if the area is right for you.
Shops and local services
Hamilton town centre offers a wide range of amenities, including:
- shops, banks and a post office
- restaurants, opticians and dental practices
- pubs, supermarkets and nearby retail parks
You will also find libraries and GP surgeries across the area.
Transport
Hamilton has strong transport links:
- regular bus services run through the town centre
- train stations provide easy travel across South Lanarkshire and into Glasgow
You can plan your journey using Traveline Scotland.
Schools
To find schools in Hamilton, use our school catchment area maps. You will need a Hamilton postcode to search.
Housing in Hamilton
There are nine letting areas in Hamilton, offering a mix of property types and sizes. Some areas also include sheltered and amenity housing.
The letting areas are:
- Burnbank
- Fairhill
- Hamilton Central
- Hillhouse
- Laighstonehall
- Low Waters
- Meikle Earnock
- Udston
- Whitehill
Availability
Demand for housing varies across the area:
- larger family homes are in high demand
- Fairhill, Whitehill and Hillhouse often have more larger properties available
- Hamilton Central, Low Waters, Laighstonehall and Meikle Earnock are popular and can be harder to get into
For more detail, read the Hamilton Local Letting Plan.
Costs to consider
Before applying, make sure you can afford:
- rent or mortgage payments
- Council Tax
- bills and everyday living costs