Maidenhead is an affluent area with a population of around 60,000 and is part of the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. The area is essentially rural in character, with more than 1,000 acres of National Trust land in the north. Unemployment is at a low level in Windsor and Maidenhead, partly due to them being home to a number of large companies, including Hitachi Europe Ltd, Glaxo Smith Kline, Fujitsu Ltd and Toys 'R' Us Ltd. The village of Bray, which is a short distance from Maidenhead, is famous for being home to the Roux Brothers' Waterside Inn, and Heston Blumenthal's Fat Duck. There is a wide variety of good quality houses for sale in Maidenhead, with prices varying, dependent on type of property and location.
Amenities for properties in Maidenhead
The area is considered by local residents to have a sense of community, with something for every member of the family, whether you have young children, teenagers; you are single, married or elderly. Families with children who are considering Maidenhead property will discover education standards in the Royal Borough are high. In 1998 it was the top unitary authority for GCSE results in England and it has retained this reputation for quality education ever since. When it comes to leisure and outings, you can choose from taking walks and having picnics along the banks of the Thames, shopping in the busy high street, or spending time at the local leisure centre, which has a swimming pool, fitness suite, racquet sports facilities, a crèche and a café.
Transport for Maidenhead
Residents of Maidenhead benefit from good transport links. The train journey into Paddington station in London is approximately 45 minutes (fast trains take just 25 minutes). By road Maidenhead is close to junction 8/9 on the M4 motorway, providing road links to London and the west country. The area is convenient for frequent fliers, as Heathrow Airport is approximately just 20 minutes from Maidenhead by car.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Maidenhead, you may also like to consider extending your search to include estate agents in Windsor, Reading and Ascot.
house, 4 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms
A four bedroom detached chalet style bungalow offering spacious accommodation, set within generous gardens in this popular residential location.
house, 4 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms
A well presented four bedroom detached family house standing in a generous size plot with ample scope for extension, subject to the necessary planning and building consents being obtained. The...
flat, 2 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms
An extremely spacious two bedroom top floor apartment of approximately 1,289 sq ft which has recently been completed to a high standard by Matthew Homes Ltd. The property is pleasantly situated...
flat, 3 bedrooms, 1 reception room, 2 bathrooms
WATERSIDE - OPEN HOUSE SAT 18TH FEB 11AM - 12NOON. A three bedroom split level luxury apartment, situated in the highly regarded 'River Area' of Maidenhead enjoying fine river views.
flat, 2 bedrooms
TIMELESS BEAUTY On the brow of a hill with views over rolling countryside is this magnificent apartment set within two acres of land. The glorious views have a westerly aspect over the paddocks...
house, 4 bedrooms
A versatile old stock brick four bedroom detached family home benefitting from delightful views over open fields to the front and attractive brook to the rear
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house, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 1 bathroom
A delightful three bedroom semi detached home offering beautifully presented accommodation throughout, whilst retaining many period features.
house, 2 bedrooms, 1 reception room
House Tree are pleased to present this ground floor maisonette in a cul-de-sac location. 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen/Living room, Bathroom. Small garden laid to lawn to side and rear of property. Garage...
house, 3 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms
Having been extended to the rear to provide a fantastic full width kitchen/dining room, a very well presented detached family house with a large south facing garden backing on to open fields, with...
house, 3 bedrooms
A three bedroom mid terrace house in need of updating and improving. Private rear garden. Garage (in separate block). Close to local amenities. Ideal for the first time buyer or an Investor.