Hi Everyone,

As I am moving into the UK from abroad in the next year, I would appreciate your help with some advice on what are the best areas to live as someone who will be working in London and willing to provide their family with a quality life away from the hassle of the big city.

Primary things I am after are:

  • access to quality primary schools - for my children's education

  • plenty of green areas around like parks, forests - for family recreation

  • a general high standard of living for a family ( quality services, no crime/gangs, etc)

  • within ~1h commute into central London.

Been looking primarily at Kent, Surrey and Herefordshire for the time being.

Very grateful for your input, in advance.