Just 25 miles from central London, Woking is incredibly popular with families, professionals and commuters looking to balance a countryside feel with convenient links to the capital.
Woking has a diverse range of neighbourhoods, from a vibrant town centre to leafy residential streets and villages nearby. Surrounded by countryside and nature reserves, Woking offers residents easy access to the outdoors whilst having all the modern conveniences of a thriving centre.
Woking and its surrounding areas really do have something for everyone from bustling towns and tranquil and picturesque countryside to busy commuter hubs.
Local schools
Woking is highly regarded for its educational institutions, with a strong selection of both state and independent schools within the town and surrounding areas. Many primary schools have great reputations in Woking, while secondary schools such as St John the Baptist School and Hoe Valley School are highly sought after by local families. The area also benefits from proximity to some of Surrey’s most prestigious independent schools, while higher education institutions in Guildford, London and the surrounding region are easily accessible.
Who calls Woking home?
Woking has a diverse mix of residents thanks to its combination of green spaces and its excellent connectivity. Professionals are particularly drawn to the area’s quick links to London, while families love the great schools, countryside feel and the community.
Woking has also become increasingly popular with those relocating from London in search of more space without sacrificing accessibility.