Edenbridge

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Hi- we as a family are planning to move to Edenbridge. We have a primary school aged daughter. Could somebody please guide us whether its a nice place to live and both me and husband needs to travel to London at least two days a week.

I lived in Edenbridge for 10 years. I'll be completely honest with you at risk of sounding a lot older than I am - it's not what it used to be.

Crime rates and general delinquency has soared in recent years and the feel of the town has really changed as its expanded. Southern rail is the absolute worst, especially from Edenbridge into London. It's always delayed and sometimes cancelled minutes before it's supposed to arrive. No one and nothing has reduced me to tears as much as southern rail from Edenbridge.

HOWEVER, if you search for it there is a supportive community. Which end of Edenbridge are you planning to move to? There is a big difference. I would strongly discourage you to send your DC to Edenbridge primary - it doesn't have a good rep and there are some great primary schools in the area - Hever, Chiddingstone, Crockham Hill to name a few. There is also gorgeous countryside around if you're into walking and cycling, and there are great churches and community projects. Pubs all have a different vibe - the Old Eden has a lovely country feel and avoid the King and Queen at all costs!