Surrey · Commuter belt
Reigate is genuinely quiet: this is somewhere you move for calm streets, not for nightlife. Crime perception here is among the best we track. Green space is a genuine strength rather than a token park.
Day to day, Reigate gives you a Lidl or Aldi, a big supermarket (Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda or Morrisons), a Waitrose or M&S, gyms, barbers, beauticians, veggie & vegan spots, churches and a big park.
Based on its profile, Reigate tends to work best for families prioritising schools and safety; runners, dog-walkers and green-space lovers.
| Question | Rough answer |
|---|---|
| Buying (average) | £550k — 1% below the London average of £553k |
| Renting a 2-bed | ≈ £1500 per month |
| Indicative household income to buy | ≈ £110k (10% deposit, 4.5× lending) |
It depends what you need: Reigate scores 9/10 for safety, 9/10 for schools and 6/10 for transport. It tends to suit families prioritising schools and safety.
Around £550k on average to buy (1% below the London average) and roughly £1500 a month to rent a two-bed. As a rule of thumb, buying at that price typically needs a household income around £110k with a 10% deposit.
The fastest trains take about 40 minutes to a central London terminal; door-to-door, allow around 48–63 minutes depending on where you work.