u/Comfortable_Taste828

We’re a young couple and have been spending some time around the Orpington Hospital / south Orpington area recently, as we’re thinking of settling down and hopefully starting a family in the future.

We quite like the feel of the area, but would love to hear from locals — what are the local primary schools generally like? And how do families feel about the secondary options afterwards (especially if not going down the grammar route)?

Also, how do people find the neighbourhood overall for young families — friendly/quiet etc?

Would really appreciate any honest thoughts 🙂