Barbados is currently divided up into eleven different
administrative parishes, Christ Church, Saint Andrew, Saint George,
Saint James, Saint John, Saint Joseph, Saint Lucy, Saint Michael,
Saint Peter, Saint Philip and Saint Thomas.
Bridgetown, the capital, is located in the parish of St Michael
on the popular south-west coast. The most occupied areas are the
parishes of St Michael, Christchurch and St Philip which are all
located on the south and west coasts. Barbados is the most easterly
Caribbean island and bears the brunt of the Atlantic climates, thus
the east and north coasts are less popular due to the prevalence of
rocky outcrops, cliffs and rough seas.
The west and south coasts are in high demand for their long
stretches of glistening white sands and sheltered beaches. The
west coast is therefore often referred to as the Platinum
Coast thanks to the global billionaires that own residences along
its beaches. The west coast also boasts some of the most exclusive
resorts and developments, such as Sandy Lane and the Port St
Charles Marina.
With coastal property being in such high demand and very short
supply, many potential property owners are having to look further
inland for residences.
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