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Orpington is a suburban development and is the second largest town in the London Borough of Bromley. The area, with its excellent road and rail transport links is particularly popular with commuters. The estate agents in Orpington report that with the number of schools, good selection of amenities and its proximity to the countryside Orpington is also popular with families. There is a wide variety of property for sale in Orpington - whether you are a first time buyer searching for flats for sale in Orpington, or a family searching for good sized houses in tree lined streets you will find it in Orpington. Housing immediately surrounding the centre of town comprises of roads of Victorian terraced and semi detached houses, with more substantial properties in nearby Crofton. Expect to pay £299k+ for a substantially sized four bedroom semi-detached house close to the mainline station and shops.
Amenities for properties in Orpington
The High Street and adjacent Walnuts Shopping Centre contain a wide selection of high-street shops, restaurants and coffee shops, as well as a market (taking place three days a week) located in front of Orpington College, and the police station. There are larger retail outlets in the industrial estate on Cray Avenue and Sevenoaks Way, including the new Nugent Shopping Park. The town has a large leisure centre, with a swimming pool, gym and fitness classes. There are also a number of health clubs in the area, as well as a dry ski slope and numerous golf courses and a large newly rebuilt and refurbished hospital. Orpington is ideally placed to benefit from entertainment and leisure facilities in nearby Bromley; Bluewater Shopping Centre is a 30 minute drive from Orpington. Families searching for houses for sale in Orpington will appreciate the wide selection of schools suitable for all ages in the area.
Transport for Orpington
Residents of Orpington benefit from good transport links. Frequent rail services operate from Orpingtons mainline station into London Victoria, and London Bridge. By road, junction 4 of the M25 motorway is just four miles from the town centre and provides links to Heathrow and Gatwick airports, as well as Ashford International rail station for links to the continent.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Orpington, you should also consider registering with estate agents in Bromley, Sidcup and Bexley.
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3 bedrooms house in Orpington, Kent - Asking price of £229,950
Alan de Maid present this three bedroom end of terrace property situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, off the sought after Marlings Park area.... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Farnborough Hill, Farnborough Village, Farnborough, Kent - Asking price of £615,000
Arcadian is a rare opportunity to purchase a substantial four bedroom detached residence in a quiet backwater of the popular Farnborough Village.... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Kennedy Close, Crofton,ORPINGTON, Kent - Asking price of £289,950
'jdm' are delighted to market this recently and tastefully refurbished terraced property comprising thru' living/dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms and a recently fitted bathroom. To the rear is...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Woodland Way, Petts Wood, Kent - Asking price of £724,950
Four bedroom detached house situated less than 1/4 mile to Petts Wood railway station and the many shops and facilities at Petts Wood Village.... view full details
5 bedrooms house in The Glen, Farnborough Park, Kent - Asking price of £1,850,000
Woodstock is an impressive 1930's built six bedroom detached house which has been well maintained by the present owners, providing good sized family accommodation with a wealth of character in...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Breakspears Drive - Asking price of £249,950
This four bedroom semi detached family home is currently under going a full program of refurbishment and the vendors are willing to finish the home to your needs. The property has no chain are...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Farnborough Hill, Farnborough, Orpington - Asking price of £459,000
A Beautifully presented four bedroom detached home, in the highly sought after Farnborough Village, the nearest stations being either Orpington 1.1miles (with links into London Victoria and...... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Farnborough Park, Kent - Asking price of £1,850,000
Woodstock is an impressive 1930's built six bedroom detached house which has been well maintained by the present owners, providing good sized family accommodation with a wealth of character in...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Orpington, Kent - Asking price of £225,000
This semi-detached bungalow is situated within three quarters of a mile of Orpington Town Centre and comes onto the market offered 'chain free'. The bungalow has been extended and...... view full details
