If you are planning on moving to Essex then you might have considered the area of Thurrock. There are a number of different localities in the area so it can be difficult to know where is best to live in the region. Essex is a great commuter region and there are plenty of surrounding towns around Thurrock with fun and exciting things to do. Take a look at our guide on the best places to live in Thurrock before making your decision.

Chafford Hundred

One of the more popular areas to live in Thurrock is Chafford Hundred, which also happens to be located close to the Lakeside shopping centre. There are a few nature parks and reserves in the area while the local train station makes it a great commuter region for those working in London. The facilities at Lakeside also mean there is plenty to do on the weekends with cinemas, restaurants and all kinds of shopping. Families, individuals, and couples will find that there is much to keep them active and busy here.

Tilbury

 The areas of Tilbury, East Tilbury and West Tilbury are also some of the most popular areas to live in Thurrock. There is a busy town centre located in Tilbury with its own train station, which is convenient for local and national travel. House prices close to the town of Tilbury tend to be slightly lower than Chafford Hundred, which is also a benefit. 

If you don’t want to live so close to a town, East Tilbury is a good compromise, with plenty of housing but still close enough to the town centre. West Tilbury is more of a village and there are often fewer houses for sale here, which can feature expensive housing.

 South Ockendon

 The area of South Ockendon, which also encompasses Belhus, is another very desirable location in Thurrock. Again, it has its own train station for commuting and travel, but there are quite a few more country parks, green spaces and golf clubs than some of the other regions of Thurrock. There are also a number of local pubs and restaurants too, so the area is popular among families deciding to settle in Thurrock.

Stanford-le-Hope

With a lot of new development and shared ownership options, Stanford-le-Hope, often referred to simply as Stanford, is becoming a popular destination in Thurrock. Shared ownership makes housing somewhat more affordable, and with a busy town and local station, it makes Stanford-le-Hope the ideal place to live in Thurrock for young professionals or young families. It is also surrounded by countryside and farmland so offers a more rural outlook than neighbouring towns.

There are plenty of other places to live in Thurrock but we have suggested just a few of the best. Make sure you do your research before any big move, as you may find another region that offers more of what you might want from a local area. If you are moving and need home storage while you get everything sorted, make sure you get a quote from Ease the Squeeze.