Ealing or Kingston upon Thames

[SpaceHair]

We've narrowed our house search down to two houses but I know pretty much nothing about London so would love some info on the areas they're in.

They're both gorgeous houses and within a sensible travelling time for dh and for the schools we're looking at for the lo.

One is in Ealing in, I think, Hanger Hill but it looks like it's on the border between Hanger Hill and Ealing Broadway.

The one in Kingston is in Coombe Estate

Ty x

[BasiliskStare]

My gut feel if all else is equal would be to live near Coombe Hill rather than Ealing Broadway. I am not an expert though. From my travels that part of Kingston always feels much more relaxed and safe. However, I don't know the exact houses or areas so please take advice from those who know better.

[Belle1409]

I live in Kingston and have lived close to Ealing previously. I would say Kingston over ealing, better transport links, Richmond park is on your doorstep, town centre is pedestrianised and better shops!

[justpoppngby]

Kingston is lovely from my experience. Friend lived there until recently due to work and really loved it too, they're mid 20's.

[ThroughThickAndThin01]

We lived in Kingston for many years. It really does have everything going for it.

Although schools can be nightmarish to get into as far as I understand. We left when dc were toddlers partly for that reason.

[OnGoldenPond]

The Coombe Estate is mega posh and exclusive, you must have a pretty big budget. It is very close to entrance to Richmond Park which is gorgeous and vast