Chantelle, winner of Celebrity Big Brother in 2006, grew up and went to school in Wickford. A less famous former citizen of Wickford was Edmund Reade, a common ancestor of John Kerry and George W. Bush, resulting in a presidential election in 2004 that was really just a family squabble! Wickford is a popular commuter town with over 32,000 residents and a 45-minute journey time to London Liverpool Street by train.
Property in Wickford is competitively priced and it is possible to find three-bedroom family homes for under £180,000. New developments of architect-designed townhouses, offering three bedrooms and spacious accommodation, often over three floors, have a market price in the region of £225,000. Houses for sale in Wickford to suit larger families, offering four or five bedrooms in executive-style detached houses, are available from £350,000. At the top end of the market, there are Grade II listed houses and modern, six-bedroom mansions, valued by Wickford estate agents at £550,000 to £600,000.
Flats for sale in Wickford, offering two bedrooms in converted period properties or stunning, newly built, riverside developments, are on the market for circa £180,000.
Amenities for property in Wickford
Wickford is a market town and still holds a street market four days a week. For shopping, there is the High Street, and also The Willows and Ladygate shopping centres. Although Wickford merges into rural Essex, within its suburban setting there are a number of parks and green spaces including Memorial Park to the north of Wickford and Wick Country Park to the east. Local schools include eight primary and two secondary: Beauchamps High School and Bromfords School.
Transport in Wickford
The railway station in Wickford is on the line from London to Southend-on-Sea, providing a journey time from Wickford to London Liverpool Street of 45 minutes. To the south of Wickford is the A127 which joins the M25 London orbital a few miles to the west.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Wickford, which is covered by postcodes SS11 & SS12, you may also like to consider Chelmsford, Hockley, Leigh-on-Sea, and Southend-on-Sea.
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We have received instruction on this Refurbished Three Bedroom Semi Detached House ideally positioned within easy access of Wickford Town Centre, Mainline Railway Station and Local Secondary and...
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This delightful bungalow has been cared for to the highest standard and offers a secluded spot only a short walk from the high street. The property boasts a large lounge and two good sized...
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If you are looking for an immaculate three bedroom detached home on the Wick Meadow development, call us now and book to see this home. Offering a wide plot with a double garage and a beautiful...
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Having undergone an Extensive Refurbishment we are very pleased to offer this Three Bedroom Link Detached House. The property has benefited from Major Rejuvenation including re-wiring, new gas...
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*** Perhaps THE MOST Sought-After Location in the whole of Wickford!!! *** A genuinely rare opportunity to acquire this Family Home that offers excellent accommodation including: 70'...
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Wickford - 2 bedroom Detached Bungalow, Off Steet Parking and Garage, Unoverlooked Garden
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Situated within Walking Distance of WIckford High Street and Station is this Three Bedroom Semi Detached House. The property has been extended to offer excellent size accommodation including a...
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Chris Allnutt & Co. are delighted to offer For Sale this Well Presented Three Bedroom Semi Detached Town House. Situated on the ever Popular Wick Meadows the property benefits from a Ground...
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We are pleased to offer this Modern three bedroom detached bungalow within walking distance of Wickford High Street and local amenities constructed by a reputable local builder approx 2 years ago....
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This Two Bedroom Terraced House is being offered in Good Decorative Order Throughout which Chris Allnutt & Co. are delighted to offer to the market. Situated on the ever popular Wick Meadows...