Even with commuting costs, renters are deciding that living outside of London provides better value
Even when commuter fares are factored in, former London tenants are still finding value in these home county areas. Generation Rent is voting with its feet, moving out of expensive London flats and into home counties rentals for better value and quality accommodation — finding that even when commuter fares are added in, they are still better off. Kingsley Okoli, a lettings specialist at SJ Smith estate agents, has noticed a flow of young families priced out of more expensive