Chelmsford is well known for being a great place to live, having won awards and accolades that celebrate this very title, but people are keen to learn why this is the case. Here are 10 reasons:
rrr1. Chelmsford is constantly evolving
Since being awarded City status to mark the Queens diamond jubilee celebrations, Chelmsford has gone from strength to strength. It has seen considerable growth and investment from both the public and private sectors. It is this modernisation of Chelmsford which has helped to make it a dynamic and ideal place to live. This modernisation continues with the forthcoming completion of the eagerly awaited Bond Street Development. This exciting new development is located at the heart of the City centre and will provide 300,000 SQ FT of retail and leisure space which will be anchored by a brand new 120,000 sq ft John Lewis department store.
The combination of this open air shopping environment, riverside restaurants, cinema and public space will ensure that Bond Street complements the heritage of Chelmsford.
2. Chelmsford is positive about cycling
If you are looking to be healthier, to save money and to positively impact on the environment, get on your bike. Chelmsford is an area that has embraced the cycling revolution and if you are keen to cycle in an area that acknowledges cyclists and gives them designated routes, you’ll enjoy a lot about what Chelmsford can provide.
3. Chelmsford is just 30 minutes away from London
Whether you are looking to commute to the capital on a daily basis or you like knowing that the “epicentre of English life” is close at hand, the fact that there are four trains an hour with some taking just over 30 minutes to get to Liverpool Street is great news. The promise of a second station being built on the eastern outskirts of the City at Beaulieu Park is sure to be another reason why people love living in and around Chelmsford.
4. Chelmsford is well connected
It is not just London that is within easy reach of Chelmsford, you can be in Ipswich in less than 45 minutes and Norwich and Harwich are within easy connection from there and if you fancy jetting off to sunnier or more exciting climes, Stansted and Southend Airports are less than a 30 minute drive from Chelmsford too.
5. Chelmsford has ‘outstanding’ schools
The quality of local schools is something that parents are interested in before they decide to move to a certain area, and Chelmsford can be trusted in this regard. Ofsted has classed The Tyrells, Barnes Farm and Newlands Spring as being outstanding primary schools while Chelmsford County High for Girls and King Edward VI Grammar are outstanding secondary schools. With The Boswells also being regarded as a good school with outstanding features, Chelmsford has a lot to offer pupils and parents.
6. Chelmsford offers a range of properties
No matter what your budget is, there is likely to be something that meets your needs. Flats can vary in price from Shared Ownership apartments at £55,000 to luxury penthouse apartments at £450,000. Terraced properties range from 1bedroom houses starting at £150,000 to Large 4 bedroom Period Georgian homes at £700,000.
3 bedroom semi-detached properties start from £225,000 and go up to £700,000 for a large modern 5 bedroom home. Three bedroom Detached homes start from £300,000 and extend to over £3 million pounds for a large country home in several acres. You will find that Chelmsford is an area where everyone can find a home.
7. Chelmsford has a relaxed range of nightlife options
So you are looking for an area where you can enjoy a meal or a few drinks and then party to the small hours? Chelmsford has you covered with a great range of pubs, bars, clubs and restaurants.
8. Chelmsford has a low crime rate
In fact, it’s not just late night revellers who can enjoy themselves without having to look over their shoulder; Chelmsford has a low crime rate, making it an ideal destination for families looking to nurture their loved ones in a quiet and peaceful area.
9. Chelmsford has a quirky history
There are so many areas of England that have a notable history that it can all get a bit dull. This is why many people are looking for their area to have an edge to their backstory and this is why the fact that Chelmsford is the home of the first ever radio factory in the world is worth celebrating.
10. Chelmsford offers great canals and parks
If you are looking for places where you can switch off your mind and relax, Chelmsford is a suitable destination. With paths and cycle routes winding alongside the River Can and River Chelmer into the City from outlying suburbs in addition to the many parks dotted in and around the City you can be sure that there is plenty of incentive to explore what Chelmsford has to offer.
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