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Removals to Loughton
Are you looking to relocate to Loughton, Essex? Moving home is not something we do on a regular basis with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate there is lots to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removals company is crucial. White & Company are a family owned business with over 145 years’ servicing the Essex community.
We offer a tailor made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price. Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can offer storage of some or all of your effects also. We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve many Essex towns including Loughton, Harwich, Halstead, Braintree, Colchester and Sudbury. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About White & Company
White & Company has 16 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners. This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies. We have 250 specialist vehicles, full trained and security cleared removals staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.
Our Mission Statement
“To continue the traditions founded in 1871 by providing the quality expected by our clients; backed up by superb packing materials, highly trained crews, effective management and a genuine commitment to customer care and the environment.”
Rest assured you can trust White & Company to take care of your personal effects with care and respect from collection to delivery.
Why move to Loughton?
Loughton has been a popular tourist hotspot since the 17th Century. The town sits on the edge of Epping Forest, 15 miles from central London at the apex of what is known as the “Golden Triangle”, with Chigwell and Buckhurst Hill to the south.
It is home to some rich and famous figures such as glamour model-turned-bodybuilder Jodie Marsh and a host of professional footballers too.
The town offers the convenience of a London postcode with a more leisurely out-of-town lifestyle but not too far from the glitz of the capital city. It is noted for its residential appeal, attracting families and those looking for a slower pace of life. Yet it offers easy access to the M25 and the M11 for a quick escape route to the North.
Additionally, the town is only 26 minutes from London Liverpool Street on the Central line, and it is just 18 minutes from Stratford.
Plenty of open spaces such as Epping Forest are right on your doorstep. The whole region is made up of approximately 1,500 acres of forest, 600 acres of green-belt meadows and fields.
The centre has a great range of local shops, amenities and, of course, the publicly accessible and beautiful woodland of Epping Forest is close by. Although properties are not cheap, they still cost less when compared to London prices. It is easy to see why living in Loughton is so desirable.
Things to do in Loughton
The town hosts an impressive array of golf clubs, providing ample opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Situated in the heart of Epping Forest, High Beech Golf Course can be found, offering everything a golfer could need.
Two 9-hole par three courses, which cater to the absolute beginner and the more intermediate player, looking for a challenge.
Loughton offers plenty of opportunities for a bit of retail therapy too, with high-end clothes, homeware, and garden shops all available. For a larger selection of shops and restaurants, Westfield Stratford City is a mere 20 minutes away by Tube.
The nearby Epping Forest is one of London’s three special areas for conservation, known as the area of ancient woodland. It is a 19 kilometres long forest featuring wonderful a wide range of flora and fauna.
The rivers Lea and Roding flow nearby and boast more than 100 lakes and ponds, home to a great number of species.
For something a little more sophisticated, you can hop on a train to London’s city centre and in less than 30 minutes you can discover a massive array of museums, theatres, historical buildings and much more.
For more ideas on things to see and do near Loughton visit:
General Information
Once you have relocated to your new home in Loughton, there is a whole host of important things you need to organise. Below is some practical information which may prove helpful.
Schools & Education
Loughton’s schools are a huge draw for the area, with parents moving here to take advantage of the reputation many of them have. There is plenty of choice too, from state, private and many faith schools.
Woodford County High School has an excellent reputation and has been awarded a grade of “outstanding” by Ofsted following its last inspection.
For those looking to pursue higher education, the closest colleges are Epping Forest and Loughton also has a music academy.
Both have good reputations with Epping Forest College offering a wide range of vocational qualifications, including ESOL and a range of adult courses.
Property Prices in Loughton
Loughton offers buyers a wide range of properties. From characterful period cottages through to substantial and executive family homes, many of which have superb views over the Forest or towards London’s City skyline.
The average cost of a home in Loughton is £610,000. The average cost to rent a property is £2,150 PCM, according to Zoopla statistics in October 2019. Over the last five years, property values have risen by 5.28%.
There are two new-build developments close to the town and these feature homes to suit all budgets from first-time buyers to retirement properties.
For more information visit Zoopla
As a guide to prices, flats in Loughton sold for an average of £317,330 and terraced houses for £449,913 with detached homes selling at an average of £1,212,000.
Popular Places We Cover Close To Loughton
- Abridge
- Buckhurst Hill
- Chigwell
- Chingford
- Debden
- Debden Green
- Epping
- Epping Forest
- Lambourne End
- Sewardstone
- Stapleford Abbotts
- Theydon Bois
- Theydon Garnon
- Theydon Mount
- Waltham Abbey
What Others Say…
Wayne Middleton and Brian Witherford were professional and extremely helpful. Did a brilliant job. Would recommend Whites to anyone. Thanks very much.
Have used this company regularly for 5 years including my time in the armed forces. They are professional and efficient. Will use them again on our next move.
The move went very smoothly and they were very polite.
 A very smooth move by White and Co. The team worked very hard and were polite, professional and helpful.
