I don't know how long it's been since you've been in Bathgate but things have changed my friend. The houses are mainly council houses, the busiest office in Bathgate is the Job Centre, jakeys on the trains, a shit tonne of charity/pound shops and more than a hefty selection of takeaways that specialise in chips and curry sauce. And neds. Loads and loads of neds. The precinct is busier Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm than any other time! It's earned it's spot on chavtowns.co.uk.
My nomination for worst area is anywhere west of Bathgate (including Bathgate) and Fife! It's just weird over there! But, as I've said before, I love your bridies!