Living in Hogganfield

Hogganfield is a tranquil neighbourhood with plenty of wide open spaces, yet it remains pleasingly close to the centre of Glasgow. Despite being surrounded by rural bliss, you are only ever a few minutes away from the city's restaurants, clubs, theatres, live music venues and cultural landmarks. No wonder this is one of the more popular neighbourhoods in this stunning metropolis.

George Square in the centre of the city is less than 15 minutes away by car, which helps to explain why flats to rent in Hogganfield are so popular with those who work in Glasgow's central business district. You'll find a superb selection of properties on the market here, ranging from traditional Glasgow tenement buildings to brand new developments offering all the mod cons you're ever likely to need.

The one thing you can be sure of is that you will never be too far away from a park, a garden or an open green space. The most celebrated of these is Hogganfield Park, an oasis of calm which features Hogganfield Loch, a shallow loch that has proved to be something of a magnet for bird-watchers. The park is perfect for getting away from it all with the family on a Sunday morning.

Head to your local rural idyll and relax

Anyone who is living in Ruchazie or Hogganfield will know all about the popularity of the magnificent Seven Lochs Wetland Park, a peaceful paradise that's rightly proud to call itself Scotland's largest urban nature park. If you enjoy long walks or picturesque cycle rides, you'll love the Seven Lochs trail, an eight-kilometre path that brings you the glory of nature in the heart of the city.

For parents of young children, the local schools include Sunnyside and Avenue End, both of which are primary establishments. Secondary education can be found at Ashcraig, as well as at the nearby All Saints and Smithycroft. Hogganfield is less than five miles away from the main campus of the University of Glasgow, and as such it has a number of students living in the local area.

Every Glasgow neighbourhood that's within easy reach of the outer suburbs will be close to a number of golf courses, and Hogganfield is no exception. The nearest course is to be found at Lethamhill, but there are several more which are within easy reach. They include Mount Ellen to the east, Lenzie and Bishopbriggs to the north and Ruchill Park to the west.

Let the local trains take the strain

There are a number of railway stations located close to Hogganfield, so getting into the city centre is a piece of cake. Stepps is the closest, and it's a popular choice among those looking for houses to rent in Glasgow because it offers direct trains to Glasgow Queen Street in around 15 minutes. Other nearby stations include Shettleston, Garrowhill and Carntyne, all of which are to be found to the south of the neighbourhood.

While many locals are happy to use the trains and buses on a daily basis, it should be noted that this area is also popular with motorists. The various houses to rent in Hogganfield are all within easy reach of the M8 motorway, which conveniently connects Glasgow and Edinburgh, while just to the north of the neighbourhood you'll find the M80, which offers easy journeys to both Falkirk and Stirling.

There are plenty of opportunities for retail therapy in and around Hogganfield, including a number of local, independent stores on Cumbernauld. Many of the neighbourhood's residents head to Glasgow Fort Shopping Centre, which is located a little to the south at Provanhall, as it offers around 80 retail units and parking for almost 2,000 cars.

Shop till you drop in the city centre

The centre of Glasgow is popular with shoppers from all over Scotland, in part because it plays host to some of the most celebrated names in fashion and design. And while it's easy to get into the city centre by train from Hogganfield and the surrounding neighbourhoods, it should be noted that the park and ride facility at Kelvinbridge is often seen as more convenient.

Medical facilities in and Hogganfield are comprehensive, with many residents registered at Gilbertfield Medical Centre in Gilbertfield Street. There are other practices nearby, including Newhills to the east and Glenmill to the west. Hospitals within easy reach of here include Stobhill in Springburn and, to the south-west of Hogganfield, the celebrated teaching hospital Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

Many of the properties which become available for rent in Hogganfield tend to be snapped up rather quickly, especially those which offer easy access to the parks. Therefore, anyone who is thinking about moving to this lovely area should be speaking to the experts at Citylets at the earliest possible opportunity. We know all there is to know about the area, so get in touch for a friendly and informative chat today.