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Bishop's Stortford is an ancient and thriving market town, situated in rural Hertfordshire on the border with the county of Essex, with a population of over 32,000. The town has many fine buildings, including 16th and 17th century inns and the remains of a Norman Castle. Connection to the railway in the middle of the 19th century increased Bishop's Stortford's importance as both a market town and as a favoured commuter area for the City of London. If you work in London and want to live in a rural area you should consider searching for property for sale in Bishop's Stortford, as the train journey is just 50 minutes. Estate agents in Bishop's Stortford offer a variety of different styles of properties, which include Victorian cottages, semi detached and detached modern houses, flats in purpose built blocks (some with views over the River Stort), 1930s houses and neo Georgian style properties.
Amenities for properties in Bishop's Stortford
The popular town centre is served by a wide variety of shops, incorporating a mixture of High Street names, department stores, and specialist shops. Additionally there is an indoor shopping centre and street markets on Thursdays and Saturdays. The crime rate in Bishop's Stortford is much lower than the UK average, and the local residents consider it to be a safe and friendly place to live, which is appealing to families who are searching for houses for sale in Bishop's Stortford, along with the selection of good schools for children of all ages. The town offers a good range of recreational facilities and amenities, including a golf club, plenty of good restaurants and bars, a library, swimming pool, cinema, bowling alley and theatre groups. The outdoors types can enjoy walking in surrounding countryside, as well as Hatfield Forest, a National Trust country park just 3 miles east of Bishop's Stortford.
Transport for Bishop's Stortford
Regular services operate from London Liverpool Street via Bishop's Stortford to Stansted Airport and Cambridge. By road Bishop's Stortford is only 30 miles from London, and less than 20 minutes to junction 27 of the M25 via the M11 motorway. For travel by air, Stansted Airport is just four miles from the town centre.
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While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Bishop's Stortford, you may also like to consider extending your search and looking at property for sale in Sawbridgeworth, Ware and Hoddesdon.
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4 bedrooms house in White Oaks, Lower Road, Bishops Stortford, Little Hallingbury, Essex - Asking price of £549,950
An attractive architecturally designed 4 bedroom family home offering spacious accommodation on three levels and siding onto farmland, positioned at the southern end of Little Hallingbury which...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Bonnetting Lane, Berden - Asking price of £250,000
This two double bedroom period cottage, being one of only four, located in a semi-rural quiet country lane, offers a wealth of period features and a delightful rear garden leading to views over...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in The Brambles - Asking price of £249,995
A modern three bedroom detached home with single garage, in a sought after area. In brief the home offers hall, cloakroom, L-shaped lounge/diner, refitted kitchen and bathroom, front and rear gardens.... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Coronation Road - Asking price of £189,995
This three bedroom semi-detached family home is located within walking distance of the town and rail station. The property offers a well proportioned lounge/diner, kitchen & utility/laundry room,...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Stortford Hall Park, BISHOP'S STORTFORD, Hertfordshire - Asking price of £245,000
An opportunity to purchase this good size 3 bedroom semi detached family home that is in need of some updating. The property is situated in a cul-de-sac within a popular residential area and is...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Bakers Cottage, Feathers Hill, Bishops Stortford, Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex - Asking price of £154,950
A small two bedroom period cottage situated in the heart of the historic village of Hatfield Broad Oak which offers excellent local facilities including post office stores, butcher, two period...... view full details
bedrooms house in Takeley, Essex - Asking price of £339,995
We are pleased to offer for sale this former show home, located in the village of Takeley. The accomodation is spread over three floors and comprises four bedrooms, two en-suites, family bathroom...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Cox Ley, Bishops Stortford, Hatfield Heath, Essex - Asking price of £525,000
We have the pleasure of offering this fantastic family house situated at the bottom of a popular private cul-de-sac, much improved by the present owners and only a short walk from the village...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Rushes Court - Asking price of £142,995
A very nicely presented, well proportioned, ground floor one bedroom apartment, which has been modernised. The apartment is located within walking distance of the rail station, local amenities...... view full details
3 bedrooms flat in Nightingales, BISHOP'S STORTFORD, CM23 - Guide Price of £295,000
Immaculate penthouse apartmentTop floor apartment, 30ft sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, 3 bedrooms, en suite shower room, family bathroom, parking, well-maintained communal grounds, and...... view full detailsview All properties for sale in $place$ in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
