NEED TO KNOW | AREA INSIGHT
Commuting: Tunbridge Wells is great for commuting straight into the City. The train takes just 45 minutes to get to Cannon Street, or just under an hour to Charing Cross. By car, the commute into the City takes an hour. But be warned, this does involve manoeuvring threw the M25.
Education: Great schools are one of the main attractions of Tunbridge Wells. Tunbridge Wells High School, the Girls’ and Boys’ Grammar Schools, Skinners’ and Judd School are all fantastic state schools. While Benenden School, Tonbridge School and Sevenoaks all provide top quality education for those keen on going private.
History: More properly known as Royal Tunbridge Wells, the area has a rich history. The large number of stately homes, castles and gardens in the area are a testament to that fact. It is the only spa town in the south east of England. Famous visitors to its spring waters throughout history include Queen Anne, Queen Victoria, Samuel Pepys and Daniel Defoe.
PRICE WATCH | TUNBRIDGE WELLS
AVERAGE DETATCHED HOUSE PRICE
TUNBRIDGE WELLS: £571,432
KENT AVERAGE: £397,054
OVERALL AVERAGE PROPERTY PRICE
TUNBRIDGE WELLS: £381,043
KENT AVERAGE: £260,546
SOURCE: SAVILLS RESEARCH