The majority of gross sales over the past 12 months have been indifferent properties, promoting for a whopping common worth of £1,412,915.

A spokesperson from Petworth Town Council informed Express.co.uk: "Petworth is a beautiful place to live, and people should come and visit the town to see why it is so special.

"Petworth just isn't a commuter city and other people become involved with the city’s neighborhood and its associated actions as a result of they dwell right here full-time. There are only a few second houses within the city which implies that there's a nice sense of neighborhood and certainly one of which the Town Council could be very proud."

Sitting on the A272 highway from Heathfield to Winchester, Petworth is a magnet for collectors, filled with vintage outlets at each flip, and dominated by the historic Petworth House and gardens.

The nearest practice station is barely 4.6 miles away at Pulborough and buses serve close by Chichester, Horsham, Midhurst and Worthing.

Its surrounding cities and villages additionally embody Pulborough, Fernhurst and Billingshurst and the closest main cities are London, Guildford, Portsmouth and Southampton.