East Oxford, Notting Hill and Reading have all been named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Live list 2023.
Let’s take a look at what makes these locations the best places to live.
East Oxford
East Oxford is perfect for families and young professionals due to its impressive local amenities. Home to a multicultural community, this is an area that takes pride in diversity. These local values are ever-present at the colourful fronted shops of Cowley Road. As the main shopping zone, leading retailers can be found alongside independent businesses.
East Oxford benefits from its close proximity to the city centre. At the nearby Oxford station, frequent services run to London Paddington and take approximately one hour. Residents can enjoy excellent road links with the nearby M40, situated only a short away.
Group Associate Lettings Director Carl Jeffries has commented on what makes East Oxford a great place to live “I have lived in Oxfordshire my whole life and I must say the East Oxford vibe is like no other. The wide variety of shops, restaurants and multi-cultural backgrounds makes East Oxford my most favourite place to live and work.”
Group Associate Sales Director Jonathan Seabert added “East Oxford is one of the most bohemian and cosmopolitan parts of Oxford, packed with a huge variety of eateries and a thriving music scene. In addition, it’s home to a large number of significant employers as well as being the home of the world-renowned ‘Mini’. Its car-building history goes back over 100 years with the first vehicle, a Bullnose Morris, rolling off the production line in 1913!’
From semi-rural walks to shopping, superb public transport links to a mind-bogglingly large selection of places to eat, it’s no surprise East Oxford appeals to professionals, families and students alike.”
For more information on properties for sale or rent in East Oxford, please get in contact with our estate agents in East Oxford today on 01865 240852.
Reading
Reading is a vibrant and diverse town in Berkshire. One of the largest towns in the whole of the UK, Reading is the perfect place for anyone who is looking to live in a bustling town with a family-friendly feel.
Reading is a prime spot for London commuters who are seeking more for their money outside of the capital. The Berkshire town is around 30 minutes away from London via a direct train to London Paddington. Being within such close proximity of the capital, Reading is a great option for those who are looking to leave the hustle and bustle of London but still be a resident of a lively town.
Group Associate Lettings Director Malcolm Cowie tells us why Reading is one of the best places to live “Reading is a diverse university town that has plenty of restaurants and shops to enjoy. Reading is not usually renowned for its cultural activities but there is no shortage of exciting attractions and trips. Visit Reading’s Abbey Ruins or Reading Minster to take in some local history. Reading is also home to The Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology. If you’re looking for green space to enjoy summer in Reading – Forbury Gardens offers a great place to go or there is the Thames too. Reading’s excellent transport connections and great location mean it has great connections all over and is now on the Jubilee Line. Reading Festival has been one of the most popular music festivals in the UK for many years with over 100,000 attendees every year and hosts some of the biggest names in music.”
For more information on properties for sale or rent in Reading, please get in contact with our estate agents in Reading today on 01189 504111.
Notting Hill
Famed for its bohemian reputation, many come to Notting Hill in search of something different, with its pastel-coloured houses sitting alongside chic eateries and antique shops.
Notting Hill boasts impressive transport links to the rest of the city, as well as other major hubs in the UK. A main London Underground station offers three lines – Central, Circle and District. The nearby stations of Ladbroke Grove and Westbourne Park also cover the Hammersmith and City Line.
The district is home to some truly exceptional schools, making it a perfect home for families.
Regional Sales Director Enna-Mae Assister reveals what she loves about the area “I love Notting Hill because it offers a rich and diverse environment with numerous eclectic restaurants, cafés and shops with the famous Portobello market still going strong attracting many tourists from around the world year-round. The colourful houses are a popular attraction as well as the beautiful and varied architecture across the area. There are also many green open spaces in and around Notting Hill including the gorgeous Holland Park, Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. Transport connections are excellent and the central location allows for easy access to the West End and further across London.”
Executive Lettings Director Edward Parker also commented about why Notting Hill is a fantastic area to live “I have worked in Notting Hill for over 20 years and lived in the area for 5 years. It is a truly fascinating part of London that mixes tradition and modernity and has arguably the broadest spectrum of inhabitants in London. We work on a daily basis with artists, actors, hedge fund owners, corporate lawyers, tech whizzes, and international students. No two days are ever the same. Notting Hill benefits from the wide open spaces of Hyde Park, and to the west the natural beauty of the more rugged Holland Park. This means dog owners value the area and the morning canine commute to the parks is a sight to behold. Particular local favourites of ours are The Shed restaurant, and The Churchill Arms pub (which is a big favourite of Instagram tourists!)”
For more information on properties for sale or rent in Notting Hill, get in contact with our estate agents in Notting Hill today on 020 4505 8600.
