Recent Years
In more recent years Long Ditton has become a dormitory town and is well regarded as one of the first leafy suburbs within easy reach of London. Whilst enjoying its status as part of Elmbridge, the wealthiest borough in the country, some argue that more logically it forms a part of urban Surbiton. Others believe Long Ditton maintains the character of a village. Long Ditton also has a cricket club which holds the heart of the town, the cricket club has been there for over 3 generations and is a beloved part of the community, bringing young and old together within the community.
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