SUMMARY
1. Overview
A study by Savills, using census data, compiled a list of Britain's 50 most desirable towns. Factors considered include residents' job profiles, educational qualifications, health, and house prices. The South East dominates the list, with Harpenden in Hertfordshire ranking first.
2. Key Findings
Top towns in the South East: Harpenden, Cobham, and Beaconsfield lead the rankings. These towns attract wealthy families due to their proximity to London, good schools, and strong housing markets.
Northern standouts: Wilmslow (Cheshire) and Altrincham (Greater Manchester) show that not all the hotspots are near London. Wilmslow climbed eight spots from previous rankings.
New entries: Hurstpierpoint (West Sussex), Hitchin (Hertfordshire), and Bath made significant jumps in rankings.
3. Top 5 Towns
1. Harpenden, Herts: Well-educated population, excellent transport links, average house price £913,000.
2. Cobham, Surrey: Highest average property price at £1.4m, popular for its cafes and countryside.
3. Beaconsfield, Bucks: Pandemic-driven demand for larger homes, average price £1.17m.
4. Chorleywood, Herts: A village offering rural living with easy access to London, £1.1m average price.
5. Amersham, Bucks: Thriving market town with countryside appeal, £717,100 average price.
4. Other Notable Areas
Gerrards Cross (Bucks) and Berkhamsted (Herts) are popular commuter towns.
Hale (Trafford) and Altrincham (Greater Manchester) are standout northern entries, with thriving high streets and great schools.
5. Conclusion
These towns represent affluent areas with a high quality of life, appealing to families due to strong schools, desirable housing stock, and proximity to major cities.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific town from the list?
DETAIL
Would you like more detailed information on any specific town from the list?
Available on request - leave request for specific information or the entire article in the comments space.
0 comments:
Post a Comment
Keep it clean, keep it lean