_Want to be close to a top UK private school? Get these areas (and properties) on your radar

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Godolphin & Latymer, Latymer Upper, Francis Holland Sloane Square, St. Paul's, St. Paul's Girls'

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Hammersmith & Fulham, or Battersea

The areas of Hammersmith and Fulham benefit from a whole host of excellent private schools in their vicinity, and are close to the excellent schools of Chelsea and Kensington too. Battersea is also just across the river from these schools, and like Hammersmith and Fulham, benefits from being significantly more affordable than Kensington & Chelsea - though equally desirable, well-located and brimming with amenities and things to do.

4-bedroom house, Fulham

Guide price: £1,950,000

A delightful family house in the popular 'Bury Triangle' with a south-west facing garden and roof terrace.

5-bedroom house, Battersea

Guide price: £1,650,000

A beautiful, substantially extended Victorian house on a popular residential street, enjoying a private garden, spacious kitchen and eaves storage.

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Alleyn's, James Allen's Girls' School, Dulwich Prep, Dulwich College

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Dulwich Village

With its village-like community feel, independent shops and cafes and plentiful green spaces, Dulwich remains highly sought-after for its first-rate, large properties particularly suited to families.

5-bedroom house, Dulwich Village

Guide price: £2,750,000

An Edwardian family home with a spectacular 120ft garden, beautiful period features, three bathrooms, three reception rooms and a cellar.

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St. Mary's Ascot, St. George's Ascot 

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Virginia Water

A mere 10-15-minute car journey from either school, Virginia Water is a tranquil, desirable village in Northern Surrey, home to the exclusive Wentworth Estate and Club. Benefiting from leafy woodland, it’s hard to believe this pretty corner of the country is so close to the delights of the capital, and conveniently located just 12 minutes from Heathrow Airport, by car.

6-bedroom house, Virginia Water, Surrey 

Guide price: £4,750,000

A breathtaking palatial home with a striking entrance hall and staircase, indoor swimming pool complex, gym, CCTV and intercom, marble flooring and private parking.

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St. Edward's, Magdalen College, Abingdon, Oxford High School

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Summertown, North Oxford

With beautiful historic architecture, a world-famous university, an O2 Academy and plenty of cultural hotspots and museums amongst its rich offerings, ‘the City of Dreaming Spires’ continues to delight. Areas such as Summertown in North Oxford is on the doorstep of plenty of Oxford’s best private schools and boasts breathtaking, spacious properties perfect for growing families.

4-bedroom house, North Oxford

Guide price: £950,000

A spacious family home close to Summertown with integral garage and off-street parking located in the sought-after Waterways development, built by renowned developer Berkeley Homes.

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UCS, Francis Holland Regent's Park

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Hampstead Village

With its much-loved Heath, swimming ponds and quiet, romantic feel, Hampstead Village feels far removed from the bustling tourists, noise and traffic found in the centre of the city. Ever sought-after for its impeccable properties and low crime, the area is an excellent choice for families to call home, and for lovers of nature and the great outdoors.

UCS is within walking distance, and Francis Holland is a 17-minute car journey, approximately.

3-bedroom house, Hampstead Village

Guide price: £2,895,000

A stylish townhouse with a private garden, good storage throughout, double reception room with stunning fireplace, separate WC and a private rear courtyard.

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Rugby, Warwick

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Royal Leamington Spa

Known for its attractive Regency architecture, this historic spa town is close to the popular towns of Warwick and the picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon. There is vast choice where shopping is concerned, with a mix of independent and chain retailers, plus an indoor shopping centre. Also of note is the Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, holding over 12,000 objects.

Rugby and Warwick schools are a 30-minute and 11-minute car journey away, respectively.

3-4 bedroom house, Leamington Spa

Guide price: £595,000

A newly refurbished period property in the heart of Leamington Spa with immaculately presented accommodation finished to a high standard throughout. Of note are the three beautiful reception rooms and private garden.

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Cheltenham Ladies' College

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Pitville, Cheltenham

Cheltenham is famous for its many popular festivals such as the literature, food, jazz and science festivals, to name a few – as well as its pretty buildings, buzzing atmosphere and excellent shopping, restaurants and bars. Pitville is one of Cheltenham’s favoured residential locations, being close to Pitville Park and the Racecourse.

Cheltenham Ladies’ College is a 7-minute car journey away.

3-bedroom apartment, Pitville, Cheltenham

Guide price: £975,000

A stunning Grade II listed regency apartment with a double garage and private rear garden. The accommodation comprises three bedrooms, a well-balanced kitchen dining room, a beautiful drawing room and a luxury bathroom with a free-standing roll-top bath and twin sinks. Outside, there is a detached double garage and one parking space making this a totally unique and impressive apartment.

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Redmaids’ School, Badminton School, Clifton College

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Clifton, Bristol

Lined with grand Georgian townhouses, leafy Clifton is a small suburb of Bristol, popular with students and locals alike. There is much to be enjoyed in terms of bars and restaurants, especially around the nearby Whiteladies Road. Bristol Zoo Gardens and Clifton Suspension Bridge are also close by.

Redmaids’ School and Badminton are both a 6-minute car journey away, whilst Clifton College is situated in the suburb itself.

10-bedroom house, Clifton, Bristol 

Guide price: £2,500,000

A rare opportunity to purchase a substantial detached Victorian house, currently arranged as two separate apartments and maisonette which, subject to the necessary consents could be a single dwelling.

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Fettes College 

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The West End, Edinburgh 

The vibrant West End of Edinburgh puts the delights of the city at your fingertips, drawing visitors near and far to its charming cobbled streets. From indie fashion shops, galleries, concert halls, quirky bars and small businesses, there’s something here for everyone. It’s also a 15-minute drive to Edinburgh’s famous castle.

Fettes College is an 8-minute car journey away, whilst Merchiston Castle is 17 minutes away.

5-bedroom apartment, West End, Edinburgh

Offers in excess of: £1,375,000

A beautiful family home with a large garage and garden, beautiful, intricate period features, renovated bathrooms and kitchen, 2 reception rooms and impressive proportions.