Area north west of London

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Hello, wondering if the good people of Mumsnet might be able to suggest an area to move to. My DH has recently lost his job due to covid and we are rapidly growing out of our one bed flat in Greenwich, having had a baby. We did want to move to Pinner or Northwood but on my salary only this isn’t possible.

Our max budget is £650. Would need a reasonable (1 hour?) commute to London and be max around 40 mins drive to family in Wembley.

I’ve looked at places like bushey but am not that much of a fan. Would prefer something more villagey. I love Berkhamsted but it’s very pricey.

We are looking for a minimum three bed with a garden. Thanks so much!

Rickmansworth is definitely worth a look, lovely little boutiquey high street, some great pubs and restaurants, met tube line and the aquadrome for big nature walks and water sports. Both the countryside and London on your doorstep. Croxley Green, Sarrat, Chorleywood also decent options

Ruislip & Ickenham are lovely. Great transport links to London yet plenty of open spaces. Some excellent schools too. Well worth a look.
Good luck with your search.

Marlow to Kensal Rise is a 45min - 1hour drive depending on traffic. Lots of outstanding schools, you'd be able to buy a semi detached for your budget. Reasonable commute from Maidenhead or High Wycombe on the train.

Hi there - we had a similar issue earlier this year moving out of London. I put together a basic site to help search for possible locations, based on the specific station you commute to and other preferences. It’s still an early/basic version, but please feel free to check it out in case it helps.

www.newbasenewlife.co.uk/

Regards,