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Our busy Orpington branch is located in the centre of the high street almost opposite the entrance to the Walnuts Shopping Centre. Orpington is a busy and vibrant suburban town located in the London Borough of Bromley in South East London, and has evolved from a small village to become a thriving cosmopolitan area. The area has recently benefitted from huge investment, with a new cinema, hotel and apartments all contributing to a healthy market upturn and bringing new families to the area. Surrounded by agricultural land, there are numerous parks nearby, yet it also boasts excellent commuter links. All London stations can be easily accessed from Orpington, with direct fast trains to London Bridge taking just 16 minutes. There is also easy access to the M25 and the A20. Families with young children are drawn to Orpington due to the excellent choice of schools. Two of the top schools in the country, St Olave's Grammar School and Newstead Wood School, are situated locally. Both schools select their students on the basis of their performance in a highly competitive entrance examination. There are also a number of schools that are rated as ‘outstanding' by Ofsted, and properties within their catchment areas are highly sought after.

Our branch in Chislehurst is located at the top end of the high street directly opposite Chislehurst Common. Chislehurst is a charming suburban district in South East London. Residents are spoilt for choice with the eclectic mix of boutiques, restaurants and bespoke shops on offer on the High Street. The combination of the history of the town and the unique variety of property makes Chislehurst a popular destination. London buyers are keen to purchase property in the area, due to its excellent commuter links. Rail services take around 30 minutes to London Charing Cross. Chislehurst has a unique village feel and is especially attractive to families, with a vast amount of activities available for all ages and a selection of both independent and state schools. The area offers commons, ponds, a cricket ground and a golf course. Scadbury Park is a well-liked and beautiful meadow, often frequented by walkers and joggers. Chislehurst has a range of properties, from Victorian homes to new builds, with many of the apartments offering a share of freehold. Many of the residents in Chislehurst have been in the area for a long time, although it's also popular with London buyers searching for a village feel. Wilderness Road and Camden Park Road, with their gated properties and proximity to the golf course, are desirable streets for those wanting properties with more privacy. The historic Royal Parade area is also a popular destination with residents, and is considered ‘Old Chislehurst'.

Our West Wickham branch caters to both sellers and landlords and occupies a prominent corner plot in the town centre at the top of the High Street. Surrounded by the ‘green belt of the countryside', West Wickham is a beautiful suburb located in the South East of London, in the London Borough of Bromley. The surroundings offer a wealth of picturesque parks, including Spring Park Woods, Wickham Common, Sparrows Den, Blake Park and Pickhurst Park. West Wickham attracts many families seeking schools of good repute including Langley Park Girls and Boys Secondary Schools, Hayes Primary and Secondary Schools, Pickhurst Infants Academy and Pickhurst Junior Academy, Wickham Common Primary School, Hawes Down Primary School and Oak Lodge Primary School. The High Street boasts an abundance of local independent shops, including barbers, bespoke boutiques and gift shops, coffee shops, charity shops, restaurants and some popular larger chain stores. Most of the properties in West Wickham are 1930's family houses but there are plenty of investor opportunities here too. West Wickham offers easy access to London, with train services to London Charing Cross and London Bridge taking approximately 35 minutes and 26 minutes, respectively.