It's a tricky task to come up with Surrey's top 10 best places to live. With glorious countryside and quick links to London, Surrey is, of course, a wonderful county to live.
Surrey is so wonderful in fact, Muddy Stilettos named it one of the top 30 places to live in the UK. Our fabulous county shares the list with the likes of neighbouring counties Berkshire and Kent, as well as Gloucestershire, Buckinghamshire, and Devon.
There are almost too many options when it comes to choosing where in Surrey to call home, whether it's a bustling market town or a quiet village. Muddy Stilettos has rounded up and ranked Surrey's best places for 2025 in partnership with Knight Frank estate agents.
Some names on the list will come as no surprise, previously making it to Muddy Stilettos rankings and clearly being top in class in the UK when offering a certain standard of living.
Top 10 Best Places to Live in Surrey in 2025
1. Albury
The number one slot is a new entry in the county's the best places to live lists, but it is easy to see why Albury has been named. Just a stone's throw from Guildford, Albury is completely picturesque and epitome of a quintessential Surrey village.
It boasts gorgeous homes with brickwork modelled off Hampton Court Palace, and has some fabulous pubs, restaurants and vineyards. The schools nearby are great, and so are the links to the capital, which is just under an hour away from Chilworth train station.
2. Claygate
Did you know Claygate is home to the country's oldest village flower show? The Claygate Flower and Village Show attracts thousands of people every July, as does the annual Christmas light switch-on, even drawing in celebrities like Cliff Richard and Mick Hucknall.
Claygate has four pubs nearby and plenty of lovely shops and amenities. National Trust site Claremont Landscape Gardens is also on the doorstep, as is London, which is just 35 minutes away on the train.
3. East Molesey
On the very doorstep of Hampton Court Palace is East Molesey, branded a buzzy riverside village. This gorgeous spot is overflowing with history, amazing restaurants and independent shops.
As it's on the outskirts of London, residents enjoy the likes of Kingston for shopping and Bushy Park for recreation. It's not hard to see why King Henry VIII spent so much time here.
4. Ewell Village
The village is packed with cute cafes and plenty of places to go for a dog walk. It's also got a library, theatre, museum and a duck pond. And is just 10 miles from London if you like to go out or work in the city.
5. Farnham
A cult favourite, Farnham is a handsome market town famed for its gorgeous Georgian cobblestone streets. It's well known for being a hub for artistic works and is popular with young professionals.
6. Godstone
Just at the base of the North Downs, Godstone is sometimes overlooked. It's a prime location for commuters and has a host of great schools nearby.
7. Guildford
Of course Guildford made the list, and why shouldn't it? The riverside town really has everything you need, including a vibrant shopping centre, a castle, famous cathedral and top rated schools.
8. Oxted
Formerly named as best in Surrey, Oxted has been branded as catnip to city commuters and young families. It's got a fabulous music festival scene and is also in close proximity to the North Downs.
9. Ripley
An eclectic bunch of people live here, from farmers to London high flyers, Ripley is a versatile place to live. It's very close to Woking and Guildford, but also has a remote feeling to it too.
10. Weybridge
Wonderful Weybridge offers plenty of heritage mixed with a bustling town lifestyle and charming countryside. It's also a former favourite of King Henry VIII (he certainly had good taste when it came to picking homes!).
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