This neighbourhood sits between the Goff’s Oak and Cheshunt areas. Nestled within the Waltham Cross area of Hertfordshire, this suburban enclave is an extremely green alternative to busy London. Families are drawn here for the rows of post-war semi-detached affordable houses, with plenty of great outdoor space nearby. On the weekend, you’ll find locals enjoying a match at Cheshunt Rugby Club, playing a round at the Cheshunt Park Golf Centre, or just strolling through the Rosedale Sports Ground. While there aren’t a lot of shops and eateries in the area, residents gather often at the local Prince of Wales pub - enjoying the tight knit community that the area provides.

Cheshunt Park was originally a part of Cheshunt Manor. However, in 1526, the manor was given to Henry Fitzroy, who was Henry VIII’s illegitimate son. Later on, in the mid 1700s, the estate was passed down to Oliver Cromwell, of the famous Cromwell family. After staying within their family, and later being leased to other wealthy English families, the estate was at last available for municipal management in 1969. The land was quickly converted into a park and golf course for the residents to finally enjoy.

This neighbourhood has a long history as a centre of horticulture and glasshouses. With the availability of flowers and plants in the area, it’s no surprise that there are still a large number of florist businesses lining the streets.

Unlike many other suburbs of London, this neighbourhood lacks a bustling commercial district. Still, the area’s quiet vibe is something that residents love. When they do need to run to the shop, they don’t mind popping over to the neighbouring areas.

The Borough of Broxbourne has released plans in the past couple of years for further investment in the area. The largest local example are the 884 new homes planned to be built as a greenbelt exemption. The site, just north of Andrews Lane, was selected by the council for development with the approval of the Secretary of State. Beyond these additions, the plans acknowledged the need for more schooling options in the neighbourhood to meet the needs of the growing population as well as new NHS facilities to meet increased healthcare demands.

Looking further in the future this is an area that should undergo significant change with Crossrail 2 currently planned to stop at nearby Chestnut Station. The new line is currently on hold and will likely be a decades long project, but will make the commute into central London significantly quicker.