Why the snootiness about Staines-upon-Thames?

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Hi All

I’m considering moving to Staines upon Thames - moving out of small London flat, desperate for a garden etc.

I’m a bit baffled by most people’s response -generally along the lines of “ew no, not Staines”.

I don’t understand where this is coming from. To me it seems like a bustly town, good transport links, pretty river, modern shopping centre. I really like it. What am I missing?!!

Is it just the old Ali G association? I thought that was ironic, ie he and mejulie had naff all to do in a quiet town. Am I wrong, is it in fact choc full of wannabe gangsters hanging out by the town hall?!

Any experiences of living in Staines welcome, plus of course anyone who can shed light on Staines’ dirty little secret that causes people to sneer as they do? Personally I think it’s snobbishness and Ali G misunderstandings, but am ready to be corrected.

Thanking you!

This is the biggest load of shit I've ever read 🤣

I've been to Staines today. Worst part about it was the traffic lights at the iron bridge were out again!

I went to cinema in Staines last Sunday and then walked around the shopping centre. First time in a while I’d been there.

Bizarrely there were far more security guards then I’ve ever seen in any other shopping centre.
Also saw 2 different pairs of people running full speed through the shopping centre looking over their shoulders.

Bit odd , doesn’t feel unsafe though & cinema is good & much cheaper than most.