Thinking of moving to Chingford? Any thoughts?

[PopsicleBopsicle]

We are thinking of moving to Chingford, hopefully somewhere near the station. Properties seem to be reasonable, even near the forest so I'm worried it's not a nice area. This will be our forever house!

[johnd2]

Definitely nice, the trains can have issues if you need to get into the city as they're not very frequent, however you can get the buses every few minutes to the Victoria line.
Expect a big premium for closer to the station, if you can get on a bus route instead you'll save 150k easily on the same house.

[CycleHire]

I grew up in Chingford (1980s/90s). We were happy there. Station Road is a bit more TOWIE than when I was growing up but then I'm old. I hear the train service has improved since it became the Overground. Victoria line Tube can be hot but at least you're likely to get a seat when you get on at Walthamstow.

[CycleHire]

North Chingford (near the station) historically nicer than South Chingford (Chingford Mount) and I'd be surprised if that has changed.

[Monkeypuzzle32]

It's a lovely area, no real dodgy roads in North chingford, Chingford Mount isn't all as nice and Chingford Hatch isn't as nice but by the forest is lovely.

[PopsicleBopsicle]

Thank you for all the replies. I was starting to worry as we have finally found a house we like but a couple of threads here historically saying it was a bit grotty. Already living in an area like that so don't want to be going to more of the same.

[CycleHire]

Whereabouts is the house? Can you say without outing yourself?

[highinthesky]

Chingford is great! (Despite bring in WF).

If you can afford it, go for it!

[PopsicleBopsicle]

It's very close to the station, 0.2 according to Rightmove!

[CycleHire]

Ok. I think most roads round there are pretty nice. There are some narrow roads with terraced houses (like Stanley Rd) off Station Road but they are priced accordingly.

Enjoy Chingford! I was happy there growing up 😀

[ACatCalledFang]

Post a link, I may be able to advise on the bit of Chingford in question!

[dynevoran]

We just moved back from Chingford to Walthamstow. Chingford feels much more suburban and not like living in London. Also totally different demographic and I prefer the diversity of Walthamstow and the political leanings. Aside from those things it's objectively nice with some nice restaurants, obviously amazing open spaces and lots of independent shops and some lovely houses.

[user1498058162]

Hello, hopping on this thread!

Desperately looking to move out of Walthamstow/St James Street Area and we are looking at Chingford as an option. I think I'd prefer to be forest side of Loughton but the overground is easier for DH travel.

Honestly, I don't feel safe at all in Walthamstow. I feel very trapped and as I work from home, completely house bound all day with very few options of nice places to go and sit and work with a coffee.

Are we going to have much the same in North Chingford? The green space is the most important thing to me, followed by a decent selection of coffee stops!

Any Chingford advice very welcome! Thank you x

[user1471521070]

This is a very pretty and quiet Close in South Chingford //www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-57787222.html

[sidesplittinglol]

Chingford is such a lovely place. People are friendly too. There are good schools if you have DC's. The houses are good too. I miss living there

[thirtyplusone]

Thank you, we're just starting IVF so keen to get things moving (literally) asap! Off for some viewings this weekend :) One viewing in Loughton too but it looks a little too close to the action...

[PetalMettle]

Loughton is VERY Towie these days

[TuttiFruttiCutie]

I grew up in Chingford and Woodford, lovely areas.

[rao77]

Dear all, we are planning to shift from india to london. Looking for a good primary independent school in safe areas of north and east part of london. Please guide the places and schools for the same.

[DippyDuck123]

@rao77, I suggest you start your own thread on this subject to maximise responses and advice. This thread is old...

Good luck