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Paisley is a town located in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Paisley boasts a population of approximately 75,000 residents. Paisley is the fifth largest settlement in Scotland ranking just under the four largest cities.

Historically Paisley has enjoyed a strong economy from the paisley pattern that made the area famous to food and car manufacturers. Recent years have seen the town hit hard by large corporate closures and many of the region’s main employers leaving the region. The town’s current economy is a fraction of what it was in past years. Major employers now include the Glasgow International Airport and Chivas Brothers scotch whiskey manufacturers.

There are many historical and cultural sites in Paisley including the Thomas Coats Memorial Church, St. Matthew’s Church, the Paisley Civic Centre, The Cathedral Church of Saint Mirin, the Paisley Abbey and the Paisley Town Hall.

Educational opportunities in the area include the University of Paisley, Bell College, Reid Kerr College, Paisley Grammar School, St. Andrew’s Academy, Castlehead High School and Gleniffer High School.

Popular sports in Paisle include football, basketball, ice hockey, cricket, hockey and motorcycle speedway racing.

Main shopping centres in Paisley include The Paisley Centre and The Piazza. Many of the other popular shopping centres and major retail stores have relocated to newer refurbished areas.

Public transportation in Paisley includes an International airport, access roads that link Paisley to the surrounding areas. There are also four railway stations in the area and a comprehensive bussing service.

Popular bars and pubs in the area include the Last Post, the Fiddlers Green, the Café Borgia, Lang’s Ltd., The Wee Hoff, Lomond Inns, Carnegies, The Argyle Bar, the Old Swan Inn, The Waiting Room, the Fiesta Longe and The Wee Barrel to name a few.

Properties in Paisley

Paisley is located in Renfrewshire in the Central Scotland . Paisley neighbours with Blackhall, Castlehead, Gallowhill. The average house price in Paisley is £125159 which is £85419 below the national average house price. There are approximately 27 estate agents covering Paisley. In addition to that, there are approximately 10 letting agents covering Paisley.