Ayokunle Oluwalana

This seaside town has remained nestled away in Sussex as tourists flock to popular nearby spots instead - but locals have boasted about its 'unique' features

Grocers, fishmongers, convenience stores, charity shops, cafés, chains and barbershops (so many barbershops) now line the street

A one-bed flat bought in 2005 for £80,000 was sold for £603,000 in 2022

An area once known for its spiralling crime rates is now very different - with bustling coffee shops and a high-end feel to it. But not everyone in the area is welcoming the 'gentrification' with open arms.

Roman Road Market used to be a thriving market with a range of stalls, now it's a shadow of its former self

East Sussex has many towns that are worthy of being the best place to live to live but this one, in particular, comes out on top

It would make for a beautiful trip to alleviate the post-Christmas gloom

The island is home to two recording studios that have seen the likes of Rihanna, Charli XCX, The Weeknd, Jessie J, and Tinie Tempah all visit to record some music.

Osea Island can only be reached by a tidal causeway and Charli XCX, Rihanna, Tinie Tempah, The Weeknd and Jessie J have recorded there

Osea Island, nestled on the Blackwater Estuary in Essex not far from London, is loved by celebrities and offers a range of places to stay and loads of open green spaces to discover