New Homes Blog

At David Wilson’s sought-after Hamlet Place development in Tipton, they have had a great start to spring with nine new households set to move in.

The development has seen a surge in interest during spring and is expecting this to continue.

Rita Tyler, Sales Manager for David Wilson Mercia comments “Hamlet Place has been really popular. The community has blossomed over spring and we’re looking forward to going from strength to strength over the coming weeks.

“We expect to have lots of visitors over the Easter period as homebuyers take advantage of a few extra days off and we’re really looking forward to welcoming them to the development.

“We have a terrific range of properties here, from two-bedroom Willow-style properties starting from £125,000 to our Chadwick-style four bedroom townhouses that are available from £169,900, so there is something for everyone.”

Hamlet Place has easy access to a range of amenities and transport links to the wider West Midlands. A choice of two, three and four bedroom homes are available with prices from just £125,000.

Property-seekers are now being offered the chance to move into the centrepiece property at Burgess Brook in Newcastle-under-Lyme – where a four bedroom family home has now been released for sale.

The Chapman gives one family the chance to stand out. The property has a traditional layout with the benefits of a new home. The property also comes with David Wilson’s five year warranty to accompany the ten year NHBC warranty.

There is an open plan kitchen/dining room with separate utility area and French doors leading to the garden. There is also a spacious lounge to complete the ground floor. While there are four well-proportioned bedrooms including en-suite to master and a family bathroom.

“The Chapman-style property is a terrific family home and benefits from a really prestigious position on the development.

“It’s really important to us that families feel that their home is unique to them, which makes the Chapman a really special property at Burgess Brook – as it is the only one of its type here.” Comments Carole Ashworth, Sales Manager for David Wilson Mercia.

“The development is located less than a mile from Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre – but with scenic views of the nearby countryside, homebuyers have the best of both worlds. As well as the abundance of communal space within the development, leafy Thistleberry Parkway is located on Burgess Brook’s doorstep and provides a scenic, relaxing slice of countryside life.”

Prices start from £162,000 for the choice of three and four bedroom houses available.

Over a third of the new homes have been sold at Charles Church De Turberville Court development in Bridgend – just three weeks after the showhome has opened.

The development situated in Coity has a choice of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes – the development has proved popular with purchasers with 22 of the 62 homes already sold.

Located just over a mile from Bridgend town centre and within reach of the motorway there are a host of amenities nearby.

The showhome is the Whitmore – a four bedroom property – five of these were originally available on the development but all have already sold. There are more three and four bedroom homes still available offering great detail, quality and style which the luxury homebuilder has become known for.

All the new homes have stylish kitchens, dining area, lounge, master bedrooms with each house type including special features. Many include, en-suite facilites, French doors of detached garages.

“De Turberville Court is proving really popular with purchasers in
the area and we are thrilled to have sold so many homes in such a short
space of time. It was attracting significant interest before we had even
opened on site but since the launch of our showhome, we have welcomed
dozens more visitors to the site, many of whom have ended up buying from
us.

“The development is in a perfect location and offers a wide range of
different house types, all with desirable features which are obviously
proving too tempting for buyers to resist. And with prices starting at
just £150,000 for a three bedroom home, it really is no surprise that
sales are going so well.” Comments Sharon Robinson, sales and marketing director for Charles Church East Wales.

James Baker and Stephanie Williams now have a double reason to celebrate, not only have they moved into a new Bellway Home but they are now engaged.
The couple have been together for three years but wanted to live together before getting married – now that they have moved to Brookthorne Heath in Llanishen they have planned to wed in 2013.

In the suburbs of Cardiff, there are a choice of on bedroom apartments and four bedroom homes available at Brookthorne Heath.

“Stephanie and I both work for a firm of solicitors in Cardiff where we met about four years ago and we got together about six months later. We knew that we wanted to get married but we didn’t want to get engaged until we had lived together. The great news is that we love living together and moving into the apartment is what we were waiting for.” Comments James

“I planned everything, I decorated the apartment with candles and rose petals and proposed when Stephanie got home from work. She was shocked and did cry but she did say yes and we then went out for dinner at a restaurant on Caerphilly Mountain. My brother is getting married next year so we are planning our wedding for the year after.”

The couple have a top floor two-bedroom apartment at the development.

James added: “We love the apartment, it is such nice quality and there is plenty of space. As we both work in the city centre, it was important to us that we could easily commute and Llanishen fits the bill perfectly. Brookthorne Heath is a good position to live because it’s close to the city centre and you can drive in or get the train in within 10 minutes. We get the best of both worlds as we are in a nice quiet village yet near to the city.

“Bellway has a high standard of building, finishing and completing homes and I’ve also been impressed with its customer care. We’re happy with everything so far, it’s the perfect first home for us.”

The Chesterfield is one example of the family homes available at Brookthorne Heath. The property offers contemporary living over three floors with open plan kitchen/diner, integrated garage, large lounge and en-suite to master. Only two of these homes remain.

While there are five stylish one bedroom apartments at the development with open plan living, parking and landscaped grounds.

Prices start from £109,995 – but properties may be available from £93,496 with Bellway’s Sharp Start scheme where you can own your new home for just 85% of the price.

There are excellent transport links as well as a host of local amenities.

“We are in the final phase of sales at Brookthorne Heath which has proved to be a popular community development in Cardiff.
“Purchasers have been attracted by how affordable it is to live in a stylish brand new home which has all the amenities of Llanishen village on the doorstep and yet is just 10 minutes to Cardiff city centre. As it is the final phase, Bellway is happy to be offering Sharp Start as well as part exchange on the remaining properties.” CommentsDenise Swift, sales manager at Bellway Homes Wales.

Taylor Wimpey is building properties of outstanding proportions to provide space needed for modern lives as this is a common feature when looking for a new home.

The Birlingham will be unveiled at Foresthall Park in Stansted Mountfitchet on the 22nd and 23rd April so visitors will be able to look inside and see what difference the extra space can make.

The two Birlingham properties that are still on sale at Foresthall Park are the final five-bedroom homes at the development.

The view home is ready to move into now and come with a price of £499,950 with upgraded specifcation throughout. Stamp duty will also be paid for the buyer who reserves over the launch weekend.

Alternatively, the second Birlingham which is available will be ready in August/September and if reserved over the launch weekend will also come with an upgraded specifcation and stamp duty paid.

“Larger homes are always in high demand, as growing families invest in extra space and comfort for a better quality of life.

“The ‘Birlingham’ at Foresthall Park is an outstanding example of what people can afford when they choose a high-quality new house, and those coming along to our view home launch weekend have the opportunity to take advantage of some amazing special incentives to make this fabulous property their own!” says Tony Woodman, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for Taylor Wimpey.

The Birlingham boasts a double-fronted design with an impressive entrance hall with kitchen/dining room with utility. French doors give access to the garden. The kitchen also leads to a family room, which could be used a separate dining room. There is also a spacious lounge, study and cloakroom. Upstairs are three en-suite bedrooms with dressing room to master, bedroom four and five can be found on the top floor with a bathroom. The property has the added benefit of garage and car port.

Alternatively, three and four bedroom homes at the development start from £259,950 and £299,950 respectively. As there are only seven homes remaining purchasers are urged to act quickly to secure a home at this sought-after development.

With an exceptional location with picturesque countryside on the doorstep and excellent transport links for commuters, Foresthall Park is a popular destination.

A host of amenities are available in the village of Stansted Mountfitchet with schools for both primary and secondary, pubs, restaurants and a choice of shops.

Direct links to London Liverpool Street are offered in under half an hour from Stansted Mountfitchet station – which is within walking distance of the new homes while there is also easy access to the M11.

At Linden Homes new Yes! Development in St Ives reservations have rocketed with halfof the first phase sold in under three months.

Many of the new homes at Yes! are not due for completion until later this year but by reserving off-plan visitors have snapped up their favourite plots.

There has been an impressive early start since the sales and marketing suite opening January. Many of the coach houses in the first phase were snapped up by First-time buyers.

Linden Homes are also offering Part Exchange on selected homes to ensure those with a property to sell do not miss out on the stunning three bedroom detached and four bedroom townhouses on offer. Linden Homes will obtain valuations from two independent estate agents on your current homes and then make an offer based on this.

There are 192 new homes on offer at the St Ives development as part of an expansion of group operations in the area.

Steve Garton, Linden Homes sales and marketing director commented: “We knew that YES! would get off to a flying start once the sales and marketing suite was open, but the first couple of months have surpassed our expectations.

“This development has everything going for it – the location is fabulous and the range of home styles means there is a house type to suit all lifestyle needs and budgets. However, with only a handful of new homes on the first phase left, we would urge buyers to act now to avoid disappointment.”

Following the opening of a new school demand for family homes has grown in Telford.
At Lightmoor Green Crest Nicholson have seen an increase in visitor numbers following the opening of Lightmoor Village Primary School in September. The four bedroom homes in the current phase have now sold out due to parents being keen to enroll their children in the school.
“Good local amenities are important when choosing a new home and Lightmoor Village now has plenty to offer buyers. The latest phase of homes are just a short stroll away from the shops and village square; while the new school has been a welcome boost, attracting house hunters with young children. Demand for family homes in the area is high and while we have now sold all of the four-bedroom properties in the current phase there’s still a choice of three-bedroom house styles available.” comments Amanda Benjamin, sales manager for Crest Nicholson.

The Kennet and Kensington are both three bedroom homes priced at £157,500 and £162,950 respectively.
Buyers could also find selected homes at Lightmoor Green even more affordable thanks to Crest’s EasyBuy scheme allowing purchasing to own 100% of their new home whilst only paying 85% upfront.
So the Kennet could be purchased for just £133,875.
EasyBuy differs from shared ownership as residents will own 100% of their new home. They do not pay rent or interest on the outstanding 15% for the first five years. A nominal amount of interest is paid thereafter. The 15% is repaid at the properties market value within 10 years or when the home is sold.
Amanda explains “EasyBuy is a great way for first time buyers to step onto the property ladder or for families to stretch their budget and perhaps buy a larger house than they would otherwise be able to afford,”

“Or if you have a home of your own to sell you may be able to trade it in as part payment for a brand new one. With Crest acting as a guaranteed cash buyer, part-exchange means there will be no complicated chain delays or agent fees to pay and you can stay in your existing property until your new home is ready to move into.”
Within easy reach of Telford town centre Lightmoor Green has good commuter links throughout the Midlands in both road and rail.

At Hayes Mews in Mlton Keynes Barratt Northampton has released a new block of apartments where 21 of 45 properties have sold.

Following high demand for the quality homes the new release is set to help young buyers looking to buy rather than rent.

Ramthirt House is a block of six apartments with five stylish homes that are a great starter property for those looking to be near Milton Keynes town centre.

“Visitor levels will be high throughout Easter, So it’s great to have this fresh selection of properties for homebuyers in Milton Keynes.

“We have a mixture of apartments available in Ramthirth House, so there is something here to suite a variety of needs. And plot 22 is certain to be a sought-after property – it has everything you need for a first home.” Comments Paul Walker, Sales Director for Barratt Northampton.

Plot 22 is a two bedroom apartment on the first floor offering stylish kitchen, bathroom and open plan living/diningg room great for entertaining or relaxing. Priced at just £150,995.

“What’s more, with Barratt Homes you can rest assured in your new home with our exclusive five year warranty on fixtures and fittings” Paul added

A five year warranty on fixtures and fittings is being offered by Barratt Homes to accompany the NHBC guarantee.

“Hayes Mews is a fantastic development, Stony Stratford is a terrific location, with all the charm of a traditional market town as well as all the added convenience of having Milton Keynes within easy reach. It’s just a short distance from the main road network, too, so it’s easy to see why the development has already proved such a hit.

“We’re thrilled to have this new release of apartments ready for the area’s homebuyers and we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors to the site so we can answer any questions they have.” Paul concluded.

A choice of two and three bedroom apartments are priced from £149,995 with four bedroom houses from £299,999.

Barratt Homes West Midlands is unveiling a light and bright new show home at Dukes Park in Bilston.

The Quemerford is one of the developments first showhomes and marks the launch of the new sales centre on the 9th and 10th April.

Katie Yates, Sales Manager for Barratt West Midlands, comments “Build work is now in full swing at Dukes Park and the development is set to go from strength to strength now that we are opening our brand new sales centre.

“We will also be unveiling our beautiful new Quemerford show home, which will be ideal for spring, as well as our Lea-style property that showcases spacious family living.

“There will be lots of visiting homebuyers over the Easter period so it’s great to have so much to show them. We’re even marking the launch this weekend by hosting a special buffet lunch for both Saturday and Sunday.”

The Quemerford is a three-storey town house with a bright and airy feel with fuchsia, turquoise and silver running throughout the home.

Providing perfect space for family living there is contemporary furniture in the living room while the dining room offers a more formal setting whilst remaining a breezy charm.

Visitors will appreciate the light master bedroom and horse-riding themed second bedroom complete with bubblegum pink wallpaper. While the guest bedroom retains a spring feel.

Katie continued “It’s going to be fantastic to open our new Quemerford show home this weekend. We’re delighted with how it has taken shape – it really is a breath of fresh air for homebuyers to enjoy.

“The property will be open for the very first time this weekend and we’re really looking forward to welcoming people to Dukes Park for a first glimpse inside this terrific home.

“And what’s more, Dukes Park will feature a further stunning and unique show home to give Bilston’s homebuyers a vision of how their home could take shape at the development – so there is a great variety of hot design tips on offer for anyone with a budding interest in interior design.”

The Lea has a centerpiece lounge with kitchen/dining room offering access to the garden through French doors. While four bedrooms including master with en-suite and main bathroom can be found upstairs.

“It’s fantastic to have so much to offer Bilston’s homebuyers and we are looking forward to welcoming people to Dukes Park to show them everything we have to offer at this terrific development.” Katie concluded.

Located south of Bilston Dukes Park has easy access to Wednesbury, Wolverhampton and West Bromwich. A choice of two, three and four bedroom homes are available priced from £138,250.

A brand new show apartment is being launched at Churchfields Place in West Bromwich on the 9th April.

The apartment has a light and fresh feel with colour schemes of pink, fuchsia, cream and charcoal from its interior specialists makeover.

Black and white photography of Paris and Venice are featured in the apartment with white and chrome furniture in the living/dining room.

“We’re really looking forward to unveiling our brand new show apartment this weekend. We released our first ever apartments at Churchfields Place this January and we’re really pleased to be able to offer local homebuyers a vision of stylish modern living here.

“Prices for the apartments start from a very affordable £94,950 which is excellent value for money in the area, plus buyers could also be eligible to take advantage of our Head Start scheme which means you could move in for just 85 per cent of the price.” Says Rita Tyler, Sales Manager for Barratt Mercia.

Buyers receive a loan for 15% of the value of the new home with Head Start so first time buyers could secure a new home with a deposit of just £4,035.

There is no interest to pay. The 15% is paid back at market value when sold or within ten years.

“Head Start is specifically designed for first-time buyers. It offers them the chance to receive an interest-free loan on the value of their home and has been a lifeline for many people who are currently struggling to take the step into home ownership.” Continued Rita.

The development ha 50 new apartments in 15 styles so purchasers can find their ideal home.

Located close to West Bromwich town centre residents will have easy access to many amenities as well as the M40, M42, M54, M6 and M5 while Sandwell Valley Country Park offers 2,000 acres of woodland and parkland.

One and two bedroom apartments start from £94,950 while Churchfields Place also offers three, four and five bedroom homes priced from £179,950 to £420,000.