Escape the Hustle: Quiet, Cheap Commuter Towns Within 1 Hour of London by Train
Escape the Hustle: Quiet, Cheap Commuter Towns Within 1 Hour of London by Train: A Complete Guide Sure, there are definite benefits to living in the city of London, but after some time, many find that the constant hustle and bustle, lack of space in the tube, and high rental prices are overwhelming. The dream of a more peaceful life seems like it would require trading in a manageable commute, until you discover those off-the-beaten-path places that only a few miles from the city can offer. Why Location Matters More Than Ever But if you want to find a quiet place outside the M25, it will take more than a good train service to get there. You want to find somewhere with character, low crime levels, and good value housing. Such places include Hemel Hempstead, which is overlooked by many because it does not have the hype factor of St Albans, but still costs less than that place, as well as being livelier than a typical rural village. With both countryside and good facilities on offer,...