About South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire enjoys a fantastic location in the central lowlands of Scotland allowing it to take advantage of the urban lifestyle of Glasgow and the peace of the countryside.
South Lanarkshire, with an estimated 305,410 people is the fifth largest local authority in Scotland. It covers 177,193 hectares, almost 80% of which is in agricultural use.
The area encompasses a diverse mix of urban and rural environments. Its major towns are in the north of the area and include Hamilton, the former New Town of East Kilbride and smaller towns such as Cambuslang and Rutherglen, which lie close to the City of Glasgow.
The Future
South Lanarkshire continues to grow and attract new people and skills to the area. A major project, Construction Lanarkshire, will take place over the next two years. The area will gain over £5 billion worth of construction work.
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