Dubai

One of Dubai's most affordable and long-established suburban communities, popular with mid-income expat families. Large villas with private gardens at prices significantly below the western corridor.

Dubai's most established coastal residential district, Jumeirah has been the heartland of Western expat families for decades. Wide villa-lined streets run parallel to the beach, and the area is home to some of Dubai's most respected British and international schools including Jumeirah College and Dubai British School.

A large master-planned gated community in Dubailand, Arabian Ranches is the go-to suburb for British and European families who want a tranquil, villa-with-garden lifestyle. Jumeirah English Speaking School (JESS) sits within the community, with dedicated cycling tracks, lakes, and polo fields.

Al Barsha sits in the heart of Dubai's school corridor along Hessa Street, within minutes of a dense cluster of international schools including GEMS World Academy, Dubai American Academy, and Regent International School.

Part of the leafy Emirates Living master development, The Springs offers low-density townhouses and villas around lakes and walking paths. Dubai British School Emirates Hills and Dubai International Academy are both within the neighbourhood.

Dubai's fastest-growing family suburb, built around an 18-hole golf course and expansive central park. International schools following British, American, and IB curricula are well represented nearby.

JVC is Dubai's go-to affordable family community, offering modern low-rise apartments and townhouses surrounded by over 30 community parks with several international schools located within.