What are the good and bad parts of West Sussex please ?

_Chris__2

Grimbal wrote: »

I've lived in Horsham since 2005 & have to say that I love the place. It can be a bit WASPy though - don't expect too much in the way of multiculturalism! It has always seemed to me a fairly well run & prosperous place. It's also well placed geographically - 30 mins or so from coast or capital & easy to get to Gatwick, but not (generally) under the flightpath.

Shopping is fairly run of the mill,with the usual retailers featuring. There's a nice little farmer's market on a saturday which is always popular with the locals. There is a lovely large park next to a decent-ish sports centre.

Schools are generally considered to be of a good standard - Can't comment on primaries, but there are three secondary schools:an all girls (v good), an all boys and a mixed one. The sixth form college (Collyers) has also got a good reputation.

House prices tend to be a tad on the high side, you'll be able to find a house (just) for your money. Areas do vary - Roffey is thought to be the "rough" area, but as someone who grew up in Gillingham, even Roffey doesn't seem that bad!

if you've any other questions, please feel free to PM me !

Hi, the helps much appreciated. The search is now narrowing down to areas just south of Horsham, in or close to Mannings Heath, Lower Beeding, Monks Gate, Nuthurst, Cowfold, Crabtree, etc. Do you (or anyone else), have any opinions on these areas and/or the schools in these areas please ?

Chris