The best commuter towns to live in near London have been named

The website Muddy Stilettos has released a list of the best commuter towns and villages around London, highlighting top picks for those seeking a balance between country living and access to the city.

Here's a summary of the towns and villages that made the list:

Essex - Stock: Known for its red brick windmill, great transport links, and premium housing with an average price of over £1 million.
Kent - Speldhurst: A quiet village near Royal Tunbridge Wells, offering historic homes and an average property price of around £851,900.
Surrey - Oxted: Favored by families for its schools and countryside, with an average house price of £755,263 and a 35-minute train journey to London.
Berkshire - Pangbourne: Set on the River Thames, with a 45-minute train commute to London, the average property price stands at £712,264.
Hertfordshire - Welwyn Garden City: A garden city with green spaces, a strong community feel, and a moderate average house price of £452,907.
Buckinghamshire - Olney: Offers Georgian architecture and an independent high street, with detached houses averaging £576,559.
Bedfordshire - Turvey: A picturesque village by the River Ouse, with historic buildings and an average home cost of £607,500.
Cambridgeshire - Linton: Features a vineyard and a zoo, offering a rural lifestyle with an average property price of £440,527.
Sussex - St Leonard's-On-Sea: Nicknamed "Dalston on Sea," it's known for its artsy vibe, seaside location, and relatively affordable average property price of £326,317.

These locations are praised for their lifestyle offerings, such as local amenities, unique attractions, and good schools, coupled with their convenient transport links to London, making them attractive for those looking to move out of the city.