Why move to Sittingbourne?
Sittingbourne is an industrial town in the South East of England and is nestled on the Swale. Just 17 miles from Canterbury and 45 miles from London. On the fast train commuters can be at London Victoria within an hour, this coupled with the recent surge in new build developments have made Sittingbourne an ideal location for those wishing to escape the fast paced lifestyle of the capital.
Location
A short 45 minute drive will take you to the beautiful beaches of the Kent coast. The county’s seaside resorts have the most blue flag beaches of any county in England. The famous white sands, variety of water sports and eclectic mix of trendy coffee shops, wine bars and restaurants make for a day of adventure right on your doorstep.
Schools
If you are a family looking to relocate, be assured that Sittingbourne is home to outstanding schools as rated by Ofsted. Highsted Grammar School on Highsted Road, is an all girls school for 11 – 18 years. Borden Grammar on Avenue of Remembrance is the state funded senior school for boys aged 11 – 18 and St. Peter’s Catholic Primary is a mainstream state funded junior school and has a strong emphasis on faith as well as music and P.E.
Restaurants
In terms of eating out, Sittingbourne does not disappoint. The Three Tuns is a lovely cosy pub which is great for dining as well as drinking with a good choice of beers and ciders. The area is not just limited to pubs, Maharani Indian Restaurant on West Street has been voted the best restaurant in Sittingbourne but if Indian food is not of your choosing then why not make a reservation at the award winning Thaii Fusion which is in the heart of the town. They have an extensive menu and cater for vegetarians and vegans as well as meat eaters.
Transport
The excellent road and rail links, coupled with affordable prices compared to London, is proving an attractive draw for potential investors and people looking to move into the area.
Properties and local market
The Your Move Sittingbourne branch has properties ranging from modest terraced houses up to 4 and 5 bedroom detached family homes, some with an acre of land.
Those interested in the rental market will be keen to know that there is a very good yield on return in the area. If you are looking to rent in Sittingbourne, Joe and his team have various options from 1 bed flats and studios to 4 and 5 bedroom properties, specialising in long lets with a mix of furnished and unfurnished houses.
The Your Move Sittingbourne team pride themselves on going the extra mile for their clients. Coupled with a wealth of local knowledge they would be very happy to discuss your requirements, assist you in your property search or give advice regarding the housing market. Pop into the branch or give them a call today.
