After nearly ten years of renting in London, we've finally accepted that we cannot afford to buy a home here - well, not the sort of home we'd like to buy anyway!
So we're looking for areas surrounding the city. Chelmsford keeps coming up as a possible. DH has family there and we've always liked it when we've visited. We could afford a small house with a garden - something we're really keen on for DD's sake. But we're nervous about leaving London, as we love it so much, and want to make sure we're going to the right place for us.
I'd love to hear from anyone who's made the move out to Essex, particularly Chelmsford. How is it for young families? Lots to do? Feels safe? Easy to make friends? How about nurseries and primary schools? And how is the commute, if you are still working in London? Thank you!
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Swapping London for Essex - anyone done it?
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sparklechops · 27/07/2012 11:19
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