We're in Margate. 1'30" to London on the HS train. Less to Stratford. Cheap. Sea. Old skool downmarket Chav and Dave cockney day out vibe meets Hipsters from London.
Best mate here is a DFL {Down from London} Gooner craftsman.
Our street - neighbours DFL professionals, creatives, academics.
Did I mention it was so cheap even we could buy somewhere here?
Just have to reiterate Jaywick was a joke. It's absolutely horrid. Googled Holland on Sea it sure does look pleasant. It's very close to Clacton tho which is a bit grim.
Imo Kent is where it's at. Broadstairs and Ramsgate both lovely. Spent many years there visiting my ex's family.