English town where Geri Halliwell grew up is highest ranked in the UK's 100 largest urban areas
Gerri grew up in the northern part of Watford
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Flaunting convenient transport links to London and proximity to the sprawling countryside, it is no surprise Watford has been home to many celebrities.
Geri Horner - née Halliwell - is among the stars who the town home before bringing the Spice Girls to the height of fame.
The Spice Girls star spent her childhood in the northern stretch of the town and attended a Grammar school in the vicinities.
Nowadays, Watford is a rapidly developing town boasting a wide range of amenities and museums.
Ginger Spice star spent her childhood in the northern Watford
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“Watford is a rapidly developing town in the southeast of England,” according to the website WhatsoninWatford.
“It boasts a wide variety of family-friendly heritage sites, parks, museums and sporting stadiums.
“Visitors can also look forward to visiting the high-quality restaurants, shopping centres and cultural entertainment venues.”
How much do homes cost in Watford?
According to property experts at Rightmove, houses in the area have had an overall average price of £504,959 over the last year.
“The majority of sales in Watford during the last year were flats, selling for an average price of £291,119,” add the property experts.
“Terraced properties sold for an average of £434,995, with semi-detached properties fetching £567,251.
“Overall, sold prices in Watford over the last year were similar to the previous year and three per cent up on the 2021 peak of £488,827.”
Visitors and locals take their choice from a wide variety of evening entertainment in Watford.
“Those of you with a passion for sports should visit the impressive Vicarage Road stadium and watch an exciting game of football," says WhatsoninWatford.
“Then try some of the delicious cuisine at one of Watford’s fine dining establishments.”
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Cassiobury Park provides a wide range of walking opportunities
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The 2024 UK Vitality Index released earlier this year revealed Watford is the highest ranked of the UK’s 100 largest urban areas.
This is the first time Watford was crowned as the UK’s top-ranked location after climbing up from third position last year.
“Watford’s steady climb reflects a transformation in its relative standing among the UK’s largest centres,” according to the Watford Borough Council.
“[Its] winning overall position is driven by its top-ranked performance in the Economy and Business pillar, which includes top scores in four of the pillar’s seven metrics”.