About Portlethen

Portlethen has grown from a small village to a substantial commuter town serving Aberdeen. Dominated by modern housing estates built from the 1980s onwards, it offers family-friendly living with good schools, local facilities, and quick access to the city via the A90 dual carriageway.

Property Market

Average Prices

£180,000 - £230,000

Typical range: £130,000 for a 2-bed flat to £350,000 for a large detached

Popular Property Types

Modern 3-4 bed detached and semi-detached, new-build developments

Market Insight

Popular with families and commuters. New developments sell quickly. Slightly cheaper than Westhill but more expensive than Stonehaven. Good value for modern family homes.

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Schools

Primary Schools

Hillside Primary
Portlethen Primary

Secondary Schools

Portlethen Academy

Note: Portlethen Academy has a good reputation and modern facilities. Primary schools are well-regarded. School quality is a selling point for the town.

Transport & Accessibility

To City Centre

20 minutes by car via A90 (dual carriageway), 30-40 minutes by bus (X7, X8, X9)

To Airport

30 minutes via A90/A96

Parking

All modern properties have driveways and garages. No parking issues.

Cycling

Cycle paths limited. Most people drive. Some cycle to work in Aberdeen (40 minutes).

Local Amenities

🛒 Shopping

Asda superstore, Tesco, various shops in the town centre. Retail parks on outskirts. Aberdeen city centre 20 minutes for major shopping.

🏥 Healthcare

Portlethen Medical Group. Aberdeen Royal Infirmary 20 minutes.

⚽ Leisure & Sport

Portlethen Swimming Pool and Leisure Centre, Portlethen Golf Club, coastal walks at Findon and Downies, several parks and play areas.

🍴 Restaurants & Pubs

Chain restaurants (Frankie & Benny's, Costa), various takeaways, local pubs. Aberdeen for wider choice.

Lifestyle & Community

Best For

Families wanting modern housing with good schools, commuters to Aberdeen, people wanting suburban life close to the coast

Not Ideal For

Those wanting vibrant town centre, people working in north Aberdeen (long commute), anyone seeking historic character

Community Feel

Family-oriented, suburb feel. Newer developments mean less established community than older towns. Active parent groups and kids' activities.

Local Insights

Things you should know about living in Portlethen:

The A90 commute is fast and easy - dual carriageway all the way to Aberdeen.
Town has grown rapidly - it can feel like a series of housing estates rather than a cohesive town.
Portlethen Academy catchment is a key reason families move here.
Coastal walks at Findon are beautiful and less busy than Stonehaven.
Modern housing means better insulation and lower running costs than older properties.
Train station is useful for city centre but parking there fills up quickly.