The thriving Essex railway station that soared to popularity after one crucial changePassenger numbers jumped and made this Essex town a top commuter destinationView Image Brentwood StationIt's fairly well-established that numerous people choose to live in Essex for its commuter benefits, with several railway stations ranking amongst the nation's busiest for years because of this. This wasn't always true for one particular Essex railway station - which shot to prominence just a few years back and has become a crucial consideration for those seeking to relocate to the area. ‌Naturally, this unexpected surge in desirability was thanks to the Elizabeth line. Passenger operations officially commenced on May 24 2022 - and one Essex railway station, along with its neighbouring town, transformed into an exceptionally sought-after residential location as a result. The Elizabeth line enables commuters to travel directly from Brentwood to Liverpool Street in approximately 40 minutes, whilst the service extends as far as Heathrow Airport.