I have recently split with the father of my 2 year old and we have stayed in Braintree where I have lived since my little girl was born. I originally moved up from Sussex where all my family and friends are but now I cannot decide where is best to be. My ex is making life very difficult up here but I have a lovely circle of friends but unfortunately most of them are wrapped up in their families at weekends and this is when I get very lonely. If I move back down to Sussex living costs will be far more expensive and also theres not much near my family for children. I am now wondering whether I could find somewhere in between Essex and Sussex, I don't drive so am looking ideally for a place where shops, healthcare etc are good and easily accessible. Any ideas anyone?