Aberdeen

Aberdeen is a city in the northeast of Scotland and has been an important port for centuries. It’s known as one of Europe’s energy capitals and boasts some beautiful scenery with many parks and green spaces to explore. The City of Aberdeen covers over 300 square miles, but only about 20% of this area is residential. If you’re looking to buy property in the area then it’s worth knowing that there are several factors which you’ll need to take into account before making your decision!

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Where is City of Aberdeen?

The City of Aberdeen is a council area inside the larger administrative area of Aberdeenshire. It covers over 300 square miles, stretching from the River Dee in the east to the River Don in the west. The City of Aberdeen is located about 100 miles north of Edinburgh and 50 miles south of Inverness.

Areas in City of Aberdeen

The City of Aberdeen council area is a large area with lots to explore! The main areas that are popular with prospective home buyers include:

Donside – a scenic area in the north of Aberdeen, adjacent to Royal Deeside and not too far from Ballater.

Kingswells – this is an up-and-coming suburb on the outskirts of west-central Aberdeen. It’s a great location for commuters as it’s only about 15 minutes drive away from both Dyce Airport and Bridge of Don.

Northfield – this is a more established suburb in Aberdeen, located on the northeast outskirts of the city. It’s popular with families as it has good schools and plenty of green space.

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Westhill – situated on the western side of Aberdeen, Westhill is a new town that was developed in the 1970s. It’s home to a number of major businesses and has a thriving community spirit.

Buchanhaven – this small fishing village is located just outside Aberdeen and it’s a great place to live if you enjoy the seaside life. It offers a relaxed pace of life, good schools and a strong sense of community.

Central Aberdeen – the city centre is the heart of Aberdeen and it’s home to all the major shops, restaurants, bars and tourist attractions. It’s a vibrant area that’s constantly buzzing with energy.

Universities in City of Aberdeen

There are two universities located in the City of Aberdeen: The University of Aberdeen and Robert Gordon University. Both universities have a strong international reputation, with The University of Aberdeen ranked as one of the top 200 universities in the world.

The University of Aberdeen – the oldest university in Scotland. It has over 16,000 students enrolled and is ranked as one of the top 200 universities in the world.

Robert Gordon University – located just outside Aberdeen city centre, Robert Gordon University specialises in business courses but also offers degrees across many other subjects at all levels including an MBA programme.

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Top Schools in City of Aberdeen

There are a number of excellent schools in City of Aberdeen, both state and private. Some of the most highly rated include:

Aberdeen Grammar School – the city’s oldest independent school, with a history dating back to 1257, Aberdeen Grammar School is a co-educational day school for pupils from nursery to sixth form

The Gordon Schools – these schools, located in the Bridge of Don area of Aberdeen, cater for boys and girls aged 11 to 18 years. They are two of Scotland’s most successful comprehensive schools with an excellent academic record

Westhill Academy – this is a state secondary school for girls and boys aged from 11 to 18 years. The Academy is widely considered one of the best state schools in Scotland

Cults Academy – the top-performing secondary school in Aberdeen and rated as one of the best state schools in Scotland by HMIE (Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Education).

Langley Academy – this is a co-educational secondary school, catering for pupils aged 11 to 18 years. The Academy serves the communities of Old Aberdeen, Woodside and Tillydrone

Population of City of Aberdeen

The council area of City of Aberdeen had a population of 207,932 in 2011. With a total area of 105.34 square kilometres, it makes up 0.46% of Scotland’s land mass and is one of the country’s smaller unitary authorities by area.

 

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The facilities are good and well maintained

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Review Date Jul 2024

The location is very convenient and the transport links are excellent. The noise from the pub and nightclub next door can be extremely loud at the weekend and even during the week. Due to me being at the opposite side of the building from the road there is minimal traffic noise.

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The design of the building is modern however the furniture and finishing touches are quite basic for the price. There is a lack of light in the rooms, depending on which side of the building you face. The common areas are always clean and tidy. The facilities are good and well maintained, however the gym is small and there are no windows in it which makes it quite stuffy when working out. There is a good range of machines but if the gym is busy then it can have long waiting times to use them. The garden and club rooms are great but there are a lack of plug sockets throughout the building.
The building management have always been on hand to help with any problems. The events that have been held are a good way to get to know your neighbours and always fun especially the cocktail night. More of this type of event is welcomed.

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I wish I knew that you had to book some of the amenities as it can be difficult to reserve a slot, especially in the student period. If you wish to use the club room you have to book this at least two weeks in advance.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has responded promptly to any problems.

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Modern Clean Flat in City Centre

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Review Date Jul 2024

– Good access to a variety of local shops, restaurants, pubs, etc.
– Different bus stops in short walking distance of the development
– Traffic noise as a result of being close to a the adjacent road and railway

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The design is modern, and the development facilities are in good condition and work properly. The room was deep cleaned when I checked in and was in a very acceptable condition. The shared spaces are also quite clean and appealing. In general, it provides a satisfactory experience of living in city centre.

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Maybe the traffic noise only. I am writing the review after three weeks of being here so this is the only thing I can think of right now.

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Building management is excellent. They are very responsive and try to sort out the problems within the shortest possible time, especially Phil who is kind of a hero resolving any problem with just one click. Or before my arrival, Vishaal who helped me a lot by sending photos and replying to my questions.

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Good apartment

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Review Date Jul 2024

It’s in city center which is near many good restaurants. It’s near train station also and has a small park just nearby which is great to visit.

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The flat has a modern design and looks good. The management is very good and very helpful. They even help you print some documents when you don’t have a printer. It has regular fire alarm testing which is very loud but probably a good thing to do anyway.

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The sunlight in the room wasn’t great, so you probably need to always keep the light on.

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Yes. They have been helpful answering all my questions. There’s always someone at the reception.

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Thank you for sharing your thoughts on life at The Point. I’m very pleased to know that you are enjoying living here, and that the team has been able to help when you’ve needed assistance.

The building is gorgeous not just from the outside but the inside as well

Review Date Jul 2024

The Point is situated in the heart of the city so it’s very easy to find good restaurants/bars as well as local shops close by. Union square mall and the train station is hardly 10 mins walk away! Public transport is easily accessible since most buses run from union street which is a short 3-4 mins walk.

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The building is gorgeous not just from the outside but the inside as well. My personal favorite level is level 12 also known as the Garden Room the views are beautiful be it a rainy or a sunny day. I also appreciate the Co-Working Hub as a working professional it is so necessary to have access to something like this when working from home. All facilities are up to the mark and modern I can vouch for the fact that there is no better place to stay in the UK with such reasonable prices and all these facilities included other than The Point buildings.

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I didn’t know you couldn’t view the property till after the payment and the checks were done. I got lucky though since I did get a room with the type of view I was hoping for I still feel I have the best view in the building. But if you’re wanting to get a room with a view make sure to raise that up with the team so they know what you’re looking for.

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Instantly, there is always someone at the reception who can help you with your queries.

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