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Shirebrook

by Platform Housing Group

Shirebrook, Derbyshire, NG20

2, 3 & 4 bedroom houses

£70,000 - £101,000 for a 40% share
£175,000 - £252,500 Full Market Value

Show home coming soon Introducing Shirebrook, a beautiful new residential development at the heart of Derbyshire, made up of 25 stunning three and four-bedroom houses for sale via Shared Ownership. As one phase in a much wider scheme, Shirebrook represents not just a new destination but the beginning of a new community for the Derbyshire area. Each home in the Shirebrook development will deliver a unique finish, utilising modern fixtures and fittings to create a contemporary lifestyle for those seeking new-build homes in Derbyshire. Shirebrook will be a new destination for the region - the start of a brand-new community built around the foundations of these modern homes. For homebuyers, Shirebrook represents an opportunity to buy a beautiful three or four-bedroom home in Derbyshire, making it ideal for families seeking a dream home to settle down in.

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Henley-on-Thames

by SO Resi

Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 1HL

1 & 2 bedroom apartments

£32,500 - £44,500 for a 10% share
£325,000 - £445,000 Full Market Value

A collection of brand new, spacious one and two bedroom apartments near the heart of the beautiful, iconic town of Henley-on-Thames. The development is ideally located for commuters just half a mile from Henley Station and the centre of this historic riverside market town, affording a rare opportunity for shared ownership buyers to enjoy the many benefits of living in one of England’s most desirable locations. Henley-on-Thames is a town that offers the best of both worlds—riverside tranquility with a vibrant local spirit. Meandering walks along the Thames, weekend markets, and a thriving café culture create a lifestyle that feels both relaxed and connected. The area is rich in character, with independent shops, green spaces, and a strong sense of community at its heart. For those looking to enjoy a well-rounded lifestyle in a beautiful and well-connected location, So Resi Henley-on-Thames is an ideal place to call home. Exterior images have been digitally enhanced and are for illustrative purposes only.

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Haddon Green

by Linden Homes

Great Haddon, Cambridgeshire, PE7 3TB

4 bedroom houses

from £103,750 for a 25% share
£415,000 Full Market Value

We're excited to introduce Haddon Green, a new development of 3, 4 and 5-bedroom new build homes in Great Haddon, just a short drive from Peterborough city centre, with easy access to the A1.

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How does Shared ownership work?

Shared ownership allows you to buy a share of a new house and pay rent on the remaining part. It is a government-backed incentive scheme, primarily aimed at helping first time buyers onto the property ladder. You can also use it to buy a bigger home than you can afford on the open market.

The percentage you can purchase may be different depending on where you buy the home:

In England, you can buy shares of between 10% and 75% of the full market value
In Scotland, you can buy a 25%, 50% or 75% share
In Wales, you can buy shares of between 25 and 75% of what the home is worth

Shared ownership is also known as ‘part-buy, part-rent’.

You will purchase your shared ownership property via a housing association or council. The home will be a new build or a re-sale of an existing shared ownership property, of which you’ll need to purchase the same percentage of shares as the existing owner, or more.

You will need a deposit and a mortgage on your share of the property that you are buying. The remaining share is owned by the housing association or council, and you will pay rent comprising up to 3% of this amount.

Although the housing association may have shares of up to 90% in your home, you will become the owner of the lease. As the leaseholder, you will be responsible for repairs inside the property and the housing association will take care of the outside.

To cover any costs that might be necessary for outside work, you will need to pay a service charge, usually paid monthly. It is a good idea to find out how much the service charge is and factor that into all monthly outgoings before you agree to buy.

Shared ownership eligibility

In England, this scheme is available to those in a household with a combined income of less than £80,000 a year (or £90,000 in London), and you are unable to afford a deposit and mortgage payments on a suitable property for you and your family. In Wales, you must have a combined income of less than £60,000.

There are other criteria you must meet, such as:

being a first time buyer, or
if you used to own a home but can no longer afford to buy outright, or
you want to move from one shared ownership property to another, or
you're setting up a new household, for example after a relationship breakdown, or
you currently own a home, and wish to move but cannot afford to buy outright.

You will also need to have no outstanding credit issues, so make sure you get your finances in order before you apply.

Criteria varies by country, so be sure to check before applying.

A development of Shared Ownership homes in England

What is Staircasing in Shared ownership?

You can buy additional shares of your home, usually in increments of 10%, until you own the majority or all of your home. Some older leases set the minimum amount at 25%, and newer ones may allow you to buy as little as 5% at a time. There are some instances where you may be able to buy 1% shares.

This process is called staircasing and allows you to own more of your home as you earn more money or can afford a bigger mortgage. Each time you wish to purchase more shares, these will be based on the value of the home at the time of buying the shares, and not the value of your home when you first bought it.

You will need to pay for a professional valuation of your property to determine the value of the shares before you can buy them. Buying more shares in your home will also mean paying less rent.

Things to consider before buying a Shared ownership home

There are other factors which may impact your decision on whether shared ownership is right for you:

You will still need a deposit for the mortgage portion of your home, usually between 5% and 10% of the value of the mortgage.
All usual moving fees apply including surveys, stamp duty and legal costs.
If you’re aged 55 or over, you may be eligible for Older People’s Shared ownership (OPSO) but bear in mind, you will only be able to own up to 75% of your home.
If you are a key worker, then a percentage of properties through housing associations will be allocated to those who work for the NHS, police, local authorities, Ministry of Defence and many more. Ask the housing association for more information.

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Shared ownership providers

The following housing associations and developers have shared ownership properties available throughout the UK which you can enquire via this website: