Epsom is a thriving traditional market town located in the county of Surrey, in South East England. Due to its close proximity to London whilst retaining its own unique charm, Epsom has always been a prime commuter hotspot with the benefits of having a great range of schools, shops, and restaurants. This wonderful town is famously known for being the birthplace of Epsom Salts, as well as being home to one of the world's oldest and most famous horse races, the Epsom Derby. Residents have a range of properties to choose from, including large detached family homes, maisonettes, and flats, to suit those on both a high and lower budget. The average property price in the area is around £500,000, which is only slightly under the London average of £550,000, both of which are very high for most families to be able to afford although very beautiful accommodation which is most desirable.
This impressive town has an abundance of local amenities along with fun attractions for its residents and tourists to discover. Some of the best local attractions in the area consist of Chessington World of Adventures, Hobbledown Farm, Nonsuch Park, and Epsom Playhouse. There is also a great range of places to shop at in and around Epsom, including The Ashley Centre, the Epsom High Street, and The Swan Shopping Centre.
Epsom is among the top 20 most unsafe areas of the many towns, villages, and cities within Surrey. Although classed as a thriving town, Epsom has a 6% higher crime rate than the rest of the South East and a 0.08% higher crime rate than the England, Wales & Northern Ireland overall figure.
Residents have a great selection of car parks available to use within Epsom. There are plenty of short-term parking options in the town centre, where residents can pay an hourly fee to use local parking options including NCP Car Park Epsom High Street, NCP Car Park Epsom The Ebbisham Centre, and West Hill Car Park. Those looking for long-term parking for work or convenience purposes can explore the sites of JustPark, Yourparkingspace, or Parkopedia, at either a daily or monthly fee.
A good choice of nightlife is offered in the Epsom town centre, with a mix of bars, pubs, and restaurants. Some of the most popular venues to attend are Fever & Boutique Epsom, The Boogie Lounge, and Be At One. Locals can also explore the nearby areas of Wimbledon, Guildford, and London, where even more evening entertainment is accessible.
Families can find an impressive 14 ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated schools in Epsom. Some of the top-rated education options include St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, St Martins Church of England Infant School, and Rosebery School. Students looking for higher and further education can choose from the local sites of Epsom College, Sutton College, and the University for the Creative Arts (UCA).
With many large detached and semi-detached homes, pet owners are likely to find suitable accommodations for themselves and their furry friends. Dog walkers and adventurers can also find a great choice of scenic green areas to explore, including Horton Country Park, Rosebery Park, Ewell Court Park, and Epsom Common.
Epsom train station is mainly served by the Southern and South Western Railway services. Residents can access both direct and connecting trains heading to the popular destinations of London Victoria- 42m, Reading- 1hr 35m, Brighton- 1hr 44m, and Bristol Temple Meads- 3hrs 4m. The nearest airport to Epsom is London Heathrow (LHR) Airport which is 12.6 miles away, which is reachable by car in 42 minutes via the M25. Buses also serve the area for local travel.