An "affluent" seaside village located on North Wales' Llyn Peninsula has been named among the top 10 poshest in the UK.

From locations in Cornwall to East Lothian The Telegraph, using research from real estate company Savills, has compiled a list of the top 10 poshest seaside villages in the UK.

The new research from Savills identified the most upmarket coastal villages, based on house prices and the number of sales over £1 million in the past five years.

Introducing the list, the news outlet said: "The smart coastal spots to launch your picture-perfect life – from A-lister favourites to little-known gems.

"These seaside hotspots don’t just have pricey property, breathtaking coastlines and the views to match, but also a real community and great places to hang out."

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The top 10 poshest seaside villages in the UK

The top 10 poshest seaside villages in the UK, according to The Telegraph, are:

  • Polzeath (Cornwall)
  • Mawgan Porth (Cornwall)
  • South Pool (Devon)
  • West Itchenor (West Sussex)
  • West Wittering (West Sussex)
  • Abersoch (Gwynedd)
  • Alnmouth (Northumberland)
  • Aberlady (East Lothian)
  • Walberswick (Suffolk)
  • Burnham Overy Staithe (Norfolk)

You can see the full list and more details about each location by visiting The Telegraph website.

Why Abersoch is among the poshest seaside villages in the UK

Abersoch - located on the Llyn Peninsula in Gwynedd - was named among the poshest seaside villages in the UK by The Telegraph with an average house price of £579,883.

Around 10% of homes sold in the seaside village, known for its "sandy beaches" and "scenic walks", are sell for more than £1 million.

Around 10% of properties in Abersoch sell for more than £1 million, according to research from Savilles.Around 10% of properties in Abersoch sell for more than £1 million, according to research from Savills. (Image: Michael Charles/Getty Images)

Explaining Abersoch's place on the list, The Telegraph said: "Abersoch is the “Salcombe of the north”, according to Martin Lewthwaite, of Beresford Adams, an estate agent.

"This affluent village-cum-seaside resort is on the east-facing south coast of the Llŷn Peninsula, on the west coast of North Wales, with sandy beaches, scenic walks, and Snowdonia as the backdrop. 

"It is well-known for its sailing waters, golf courses, and ultra marathons and triathlons, given its challenging terrain."

Abersoch has even been known to attract the odd celebrity from time to time.

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The news outlet continues: "In 2021, Wayne Rooney and his family were reported to have stayed at The Warren, an upmarket resort of beach chalets with five-star facilities, known locally as the “millionaires’ caravan park”.

"Back in the heart of the village, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution is a big part of the community, hosting events such as the duck race, and there’s the Abersoch Regatta and the New Year’s Day dip. 

"A new 42-room hotel is under construction, while the well-to-do Porth Tocyn hotel and restaurant is down the road."