The houses etc are fine there if not a bit "same-ish" but some like that. The difficulty is that it is really set in the middle of thousands of houses in the many estates, and quite a walk to the bus terminus, train station (or bus to station) or shops. In this general residential (ie Clonee/Ongar) area it's wise to consider being closer to shops, large green areas, schools, shops, restaurants etc - makes life much easier in the long term and may make your house more sale-able a few years down the line.
I will admit to being somewhat biased - I live in Ongar and love how I hardly need the car at all to get to the shops, doctor, creche and school next year! Also, am delighted to see the kids play park and tennis courts almost done. I also like how the Ongar and Latchford green areas are being "merged" with great paths etc for taking the buggy or dog out. A really pleasant place to live.
Hope this helps.