By james art The survey, carried out by mobile platform Getamover.co.uk, named North Ayrshire as the ninth of the ten best areas for young families.
The study looked at 17 key factors, including median home prices, crime rates and proximity to parks and libraries, weighting them based on their importance to young families.
North Ayrshire scored 66.7 out of 100, well above the UK average of 51.8.
The average first home price in the area is £108,388. The study highlights the value of affordable housing in making the area attractive to young families.
Burnley in Lancashire topped the list with a score of 71.9 out of 100, largely due to its low property prices.
Average house prices in Burnley stand at £101,268, making it the second most expensive region for first-time buyers in the UK.
Stoke-on-Trent is in second place with a score of 70.3 out of 100, notable for its many parks and green spaces.
Access to green spaces was highlighted as an important factor for young families contributing to improved mental health.
Three other Scottish areas made the top ten, including East Ayrshire, North Lanarkshire and the Outer Hebrides.
The study offers guidance for young families considering a move, taking into account a wide range of factors that affect quality of life.
It provides a useful tool for young families to evaluate potential areas to move to based on their specific needs and priorities.