New Homes In Thurrock

Being a well-connected Essex town with an excellent South East location, new homes in Thurrock are always in demand. Resting on the northern bank of the River Thames across the water from Dartford and Gravesend, Thurrock spots such as Grays offer excellent access to London.

Home to the Lakeside shopping centre - one of the biggest in Europe - you can also get outdoors and enjoy stunning places like Rainham Marshes and Thurrock Thameside Nature Park. Visit Tilbury Fort and check out Horndon Woolmarket too; all with our developments closest to Thurrock below. 

• Essex • South East • Dartford • Gravesend • London

What is life like in Thurrock?

Offering superb access both to London in the west and the Essex coast to the east, buying a new home in Thurrock is full of opportunity. Whatever gets you most excited about moving to Thurrock, don’t miss offers like our Part Exchange scheme, designed to help your move go as smoothly as possible. 

 

What is there to see and do in Thurrock?

• Thurrock offers easy access to London.
  
  
• The coastal town of Southend and its seaside spots are within close reach, providing opportunities for enjoyable beach visits and coastal experiences.
  
  
• Explore the Thurrock Museum, which offers insights into the area's history.
  
  
• Enjoy the Grays Beach Riverside Park, particularly suitable for families.
  
  
• Discover the beauty of Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Lions Gorge, Davy Down, and Belhus Woods Country Park, offering picturesque surroundings for outdoor activities and nature appreciation.
  
  
• Visit Nickelodeon Adventure Lakeside for child-friendly entertainment

What is education like in Thurrock?

This area has a number of excellent schools where you’d be happy to send your children. Quarry Hill Academy is a primary school in Grays which ranks among the best in the region. It’s outstanding according to Ofsted, with the same going for the Harris Primary Academy Mayflower. The Harris Academy Chafford Hundred is a secondary school in the education board’s top bracket, while Grays Convent High School and the Hathaway Academy are other good secondary options. 

How are the transport links in Thurrock?

• Convenient train services from stations like Grays provide quick access to Fenchurch Street in less than 40 minutes.
  
  
• The drive from Thurrock to Central London along the A13 typically takes between 30 minutes to an hour.
  
  
• Half hour drive away from the coastal town of Southend.
  
  
• The beautiful Dengie National Nature Reserve can be reached in under an hour.
  
  
• Thurrock offers excellent access to the M25 circular, making it convenient to travel around the capital and connect with other parts of the South East.

What is the Thurrock property scene like?

There’s a thriving property scene across Thurrock, although new offerings often aren’t available for long once they come to market. You can find some of our new homes in Hullbridge, including 2, 3 and 4 bedroom houses. More questions? You can find some of the most common queries answered here. Get in touch with one of our Sales Advisers today and find your dream Barratt home.