Estate agents in Hornchurch

Community
Hornchurch is a friendly and welcoming town in the London Borough of Havering with a population of more than 65,000. 

The area has a strong sense of community, with many local events and festivals held throughout the year. The town has an array of shops, bars, restaurants, and coffee shops, including some fantastic independent businesses. Hornchurch has some beautiful parks and open spaces for those who love the outdoors.

Education
Hornchurch is home to a number of excellent primary and secondary schools, including the Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' Nelmes Primary School. The area also has several well-regarded sixth form and higher-education colleges, such as Havering Sixth Form College and New City Havering College of Further and Higher Education.

Property
Hornchurch offers a range of property options to suit all budgets and tastes. The area has a mix of period properties and more modern developments, with something to suit everyone. 

The area is particularly popular with families, thanks to its excellent schools and friendly community. There are new housing developments in the area, such as the St George's Park development. 

For those looking for a luxury home, we have Emerson Park, an area with detached properties on tree-lined roads.

History 
Hornchurch has a rich and fascinating history, dating back to the Roman era. 
The town was predominantly an agricultural area with most of the inhabitants employed in farming. However, there was a considerable leather industry, there were skinners and tanners and even shoemakers based in Hornchurch although this industry died off at the beginning of the 19th century. 

The area played a key role in the Second World War, with the famous RAF Hornchurch playing a vital role in the Battle of Britain. The RAF Hornchurch Heritage Centre is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history of the area, featuring displays and exhibits relating to the aerodrome and the pilots who flew from it.

Hornchurch has a few historic landmarks remaining, the most remarkable would-be St Andrews Church, from which the town’s name is likely to originate. The earliest record of St Andrews Church is from 1163 when the church and surrounding land were donated by Henry II to the Hornchurch Priory. The church tower was constructed in the 14th century, reportedly by William of Wykeham.

Points of Interest

• Queens Theatre: A popular venue for theatre productions and live performances.
• Hornchurch Country Park: a 104.5-hectare park on the former site of Hornchurch Airfield, with a Pillbox and other historic installations still in place.
• RAF Hornchurch Heritage Centre: Opened in 2019, a volunteer-run museum featuring a complete history of RAF Hornchurch.
• Langtons Gardens: The beautiful gardens of Langtons House, originally designed by Sir Humphry Repton. The gardens have been lovingly restored, including the restoration of The Victorian glasshouses.

For more information on why you should consider Hornchurch as a place to live, contact our team. We all either live in the area or have grown up here. We’re not just property experts, we’re local experts.