The average house price is even more expensive than in London according to Rightmove
A pretty town on the edge of Surrey has been dubbed ‘catnip to young families’ looking to move out of London and into the home counties by a guide highlighting the best places to live across the UK. Muddy Stilettos, which showcases the top neighbourhoods in the nation, described Oxted as everything you could ‘want in an English country town’.
According to property website Rightmove, the average house price in Oxted over the past year was £659,689, which is above the Surrey average of £584,231 and even surpasses the London average of £658,100. The town’s appeal comes from being at the “foot of the North Downs, boasts a pretty historic high street, has an easy train commute to London or nearby Croydon, and is only 20 minutes by car to Gatwick,” according to the Muddy Stilettos guide.
“There are also excellent leisure facilities and a brilliant choice of schools, plus its own music festival. No wonder it’s catnip to young families.”
Situated just off the M25 near Godstone, Oxted Railway Station offers frequent services to London Bridge (in 33 minutes) and London Victoria (in 39 minutes). Should commuters prefer not to catch the train for their journey to work, they can easily access the motorway at Junction 6 and is a very short drive to Purley and Sanderstead in South Croydon.
Beyond providing superb connections to the capital, Oxted boasts some outstanding independent schools within easy reach, including Woldingham School and Croydon High for girls, reports Surrey Live.
Catering to children from 9 months to 13 years, Hazelwood School is an independent co-educational prep school nestled within 25 acres of stunning woodland. Limpsfield, St Mary’s and St Peter’s schools represent well-regarded state alternatives, whilst Oxted School serves as a substantial state secondary and sixth form for students aged 11 to 18.
When it comes to dining and drinking, The Grumpy Mole stands as the highest-rated restaurant in Oxted according to Tripadvisor. Boasting stunning countryside vistas, crackling log fires and locally sourced fare, the pub seamlessly combines modern elements with cosy comforts, complemented by a matching menu.
The traditional Sunday roast is a weekly highlight, offering a selection of beef, chicken, lamb and nut roast, all served with delicious accompaniments such as roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, gravy and homemade Yorkshire puddings.
Other top-rated eateries on the review website include Kinjo (a Japanese Restaurant, Bar and Grill), Cucina Italiana, The Old Bell and Toast Oxted – a favoured brunch location.
In addition to these, the town offers community amenities like a Morrisons supermarket, a Little Waitrose which has recently reopened following a multi-million pound refurbishment, Tandridge Leisure Centre, library, community hall, St Mary’s Church, cemetery, theatre and tennis club.
The River Eden gently flows through the town, with the neighbouring village named Limpsfield. Most of the properties sold in Oxted during the last year were semi-detached, fetching an average price of £587,363. Detached properties sold for an average of £1,052,629, while terraced properties commanded £477,018.
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