An Oxfordshire village has been named as one of the poshest places to live in the UK.
The countryside property market is booming as people turn away from bustling towns and cities in search of the perfect rural retreat.
Estate agents Knight Frank has reported the highest number of sales in the country market for 15 years and the number of home buyers registering last year is up 35%.
Driven by this increased demand for the country life, The Telegraph has named the country’s most desirable villages in each county.
Talking about what makes a place highly sought after, analyst at Savills, Frances Clacy, told the newspaper: “People want villages that have a bit of everything, from schools to stunning countryside, with accessibility to cities and transport infrastructure.
“Less well-trumpeted factors count too, such as the main road through the village should only lead to other villages.”
Oxfordshire's most desirable village
Harpsden
Average house price: £1,307,182
What makes it so appealing? Its easy access to London and Reading, its stunning riverside location and its proximity to Henley golf club are all part of Harpsden's appeal.
The rural South Oxfordshire village is located on the outskirts of Henley-on- Thames and the Chiltern Hills.
The Telegraph has described it as a "well-connected village" which is "part of the golden stretch of riverside villages between London and Reading".
The area saw a spike in demand during the pandemic, according to Knight Frank’s Nick Warner, but will it grow from strength to strength?
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