Moving to Cippenham: The underrated family move
For families, it can be a really smart move: good access to surrounding areas, great day-to-day convenience and often better value than people expect when compared to nearby hotspots.
If you are considering a family move to or within Cippenham, your questions are probably practical:
- “Will it work for school runs and commute?”
- “Does it feel family-friendly?”
- “Is it good value for what we need?”
- “What do we need to know before buying?”
I’m Perry Dray, and I’ve helped over 1,000 families move across Burnham, Taplow, Cippenham and surrounding areas. Here is what families should know with the customer experience front and centre.
Why Cippenham works for real life
Cippenham is often chosen by families who want:
good access to multiple directions (work, schools, family, weekends)
space and practicality without paying a premium just for a “headline” postcode
a base that lets them enjoy everything nearby — without feeling cut off
It is a “get on with life” location and for many families, that’s exactly what they want.
The local property quirks in Cippenham (and how I help you avoid them)
Every area has its own transaction nuances. In Cippenham, a few common ones are:
1) Property type variety = different buying rules
You can have very different homes street-to-street and that can mean different survey outcomes, renovation history or title details.
How I help: I guide buyers on what to look for during viewings and help sellers present their home properly, so buyer surveys are less likely turn into drama.
2) “Portal fatigue” for sellers
Some homes sit because they are marketed like everything else - same photos, same wording, no strategy.
How I help: We build a proper launch plan: standout presentation, targeted advertising through the avocado trademarked marketing campaign #BeatThePortals and messaging that speaks to the right family buyers (not just “3 bed, must see”).
3) Chains and communication
Families don’t need extra stress. They need clarity: what is happening, what is next and who is helping them with it.
How I help: You deal with me throughout. I am proactive, I chase, I update and I keep the pressure on where needed, without the panic.
Perry’s promise: you’ll feel supported, not sold to
This is the bit I care about most. Modern estate agency can feel rushed and transactional. Families like yours deserve better.
I have worked locally for over 13 years, including on Burnham High Street and I’ve seen how stressful moving can be especially if you haven’t done it for a while. My job is to be the calm, experienced voice in the process and the person you can actually reach.
If you want advice over a coffee before making a decision, that is part of the service.
If you’re selling in Cippenham…
The buyer pool can be brilliant, but you have to speak to them properly. Families buy with emotion and logic: “Will our life work here?” and “Is this a smart move?”
I market for both.
If you want a no-pressure chat on a Cippenham, I’m happy to talk it through. Proper advice now prevents pain later.
Perry Dray - Avocado Property | Burnham, Taplow, Cippenham & surrounding
Mobile: 07931 133745