The top 5 most expensive places to live in the East of England
If you're considering buying a property in the East of England, here are the five most expensive places to live.
The East of England has a lot to offer, whether you’re looking for family-friendly attractions, local amenities or decent transport links.
The region spans many areas, including St Albans, Norwich and Cambridge, parts of which are very affluent.
While the average property price in the East of England is £533,208, you may need over a million pounds to afford one of the most desirable places in the region.
Rightmove has discovered the priciest places to buy in the East of England, based on data from April 2024.
Where are the most expensive areas to buy in the East of England?
Hertfordshire is the priciest area in the East of England as it dominates four out of five top spots.
| Area | Average asking price |
|---|---|
| Chorleywood | £1.06 million |
| Harpenden | £927,588 |
| Shenfield | £820,986 |
| Berkhamsted | £790,842 |
| Rickmansworth | £760,207 |
Chorleywood
Chorleywood, a village in Hertfordshire, has an average asking price of £1.06 million. It is just under an hour away from London by public transport.
It is surrounded by green spaces, including Chorleywood Common and Stocker’s Lake Nature Reserve, and offers local eateries and bars.
Harpenden
Harpenden is a town in St Albans with an average asking price of £927,588.
It has various parks and green spaces ideal for families, including Batford Springs Nature Reserve and Rothamsted Park.
The town is only five minutes away from St Albans by public transport and around half an hour from London.
Shenfield
Shenfield, a suburb in Brentwood, Essex, is the only area not in Hertfordshire on this list, with an asking price of £820,986.
With many local, high-quality schools, restaurants and leisure facilities, there are a lot of appealing features.
House prices may have increased in Shenfield due to the Elizabeth Line, and it's only half an hour from London by train.
Berkhamsted
Berkhamsted is a historic market town in Hertfordshire with an average asking price of £790,842.
Local attractions include Ashridge Estate and Canal Fields, and it's less than an hour from London by train.
Rickmansworth
Rickmansworth is a town in Hertfordshire with an average asking price of £760,207.
The area has many independent schools and restaurants, as well as green spaces such as the Rickmansworth Aquadrome.
It's around an hour from London by public transport.
Before deciding where to settle down, it’s worth thinking about what you want for your new home, whether it’s green spaces, a short commute or local attractions.
It’s also a good idea to talk to a mortgage broker who will find the right deal for your needs.
See also:
The cheapest places to live in the East of England
The most expensive places to live in London
The most expensive places to live in the South East
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