Wallet-friendly places to live near London

Wallet-friendly places to live near London

As more residents of the UK have learnt to appreciate the importance of space and the outdoors following months of lockdown, many city-workers are seeking commuter towns outside of London, with easy access into the city and the benefit of more space.

Even as you make your way out of London, properties can be costly, especially with additional rail fares and living costs.
With this in mind, we reveal the most affordable places to live near London with the costs of rail fares for each location.
To learn about this article please click here


Get in touch with us

A magnificent Grade II listed semi-detached residence in the heart of Dereham, exquisitely restored to combine period elegance with modern comfort. Featuring four double bedrooms, a bespoke kitchen, historic cellar, and picturesque views of St Nicholas Church, this remarkable home radiates heritage, luxury, and timeless sophistication.

Set amid 2.4 acres of tranquil countryside, this Grade II listed former farmhouse beautifully blends period charm with modern comfort. Featuring four bedrooms, a bespoke farmhouse kitchen with an electric Aga, elegant reception rooms, and landscaped gardens with outbuildings, it offers timeless rural living at its finest.

In Attleborough, the blend of property types mirrors the town’s character—from flats to semi detached homes and spacious detached homes. This mix, shaped by local history and planning, reveals not just housing trends but the lifestyle choices of the people who call Attleborough home.

Understanding Attleborough’s housing market means looking beyond prices and trends. The distribution of retired households reveals key insights into who lives where—and why. Exploring these patterns helps explain how age demographics shape property demand, investment, and local housing dynamics.