Discover Thurrock Essex, the area near London with homes averaging £250k less. Good transport links and attractions.
Commuter areas, like Thurrock, are more practical. Many Londoners moved to Thurrock recently. This area, on Essex’s edge, has a mixed reputation. Tilbury has a certain charm. A film showed a less-than-flattering view of Tilbury. Still, Essex attracts Londoners.
Price matters when you relocate. London’s housing prices are very high. Thurrock’s homes average £437,412 now. London averages £683,209 for a home. You could save about £250,000.
Good prices aren’t the only draw. The M25 runs through the Thurrock area. You can get to London quickly. Trains make commuting easy too. Grays to Fenchurch Street takes just over 30 minutes.
Thurrock offers many things to do. Lakeside has many stores, over 250. Visit Debenhams and Primark. Tilbury Fort is good for history. Chafford Gorges and Rainham Marshes are also options. Also explore Gray’s Beach and Thameside Nature Park.
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