With new build homes typically more energy efficient than equivalent older properties, Savills has estimated that the average new build could potentially save owners £4,900 in energy bills over five years following the price rises expected in October 2022[1]. For buyers looking to enjoy all the benefits of new build living, St Arthur Homes has recently launched its second, and final, phase of Shared Ownership homes at Lancaster Park. Located in the picturesque market town of West Malling in Kent, buyers here can enjoy all the perks of a contemporary home, whilst enjoying an idyllic country setting imbued with charming historic architecture.

Hosting a collection of 12 two and three-bedroom houses, the modern homes at Lancaster Park are ideal for first-time buyers or families looking for a home with the flexibility to meet 21st century needs. Kitchens boast plentiful storage, sleek laminate worktops, and a range of high-quality, integrated appliances. Spacious bedrooms come complete with soft carpeting throughout, with primary bedrooms also enjoying the added benefit of fitted wardrobes. Contemporary bathrooms combine white sanitaryware with chrome fittings. A rear garden to each home provides a private retreat or additional space to host family and friends. Ideal for those who need to commute by road or explore the area by car, each home also comes with two allocated parking spaces.

Louise Mills, Sales & Marketing Director for St Arthur Homes, comments: “We are thrilled to have launched our final phase of homes at Lancaster Park. Redefining country living with a modern twist, these new build homes are perfectly located for easy access to both town and countryside. With homes in the first phase at Lancaster Park proving to be incredibly popular, prospective buyers should register their interest as soon as possible to avoid missing out on these final homes.”

Just a short stroll from Lancaster Park, West Malling is home to a selection of shops, pubs and eateries. With all the charm of a 15th-century inn, The Swan is an independent restaurant and cocktail bar, creating an impressive menu with the help of seasonal ingredients and local suppliers where possible. For those looking to follow suit, the West Malling Farmers Market is held on the 4th Sunday of every month and offers a plethora of produce from meat and dairy to jams, cakes and art. For weekend shopping trips, Bluewater Shopping Centre and Ashford Designer Retail Outlet are both just a short drive away, offering easy access to a range of high-street favourites.

Homes at Lancaster Park are ideally place for families. For those with young children, Valley Invicta Primary School and Kings Hill School Primary and Nursery are both around a mile from the development. For older children, Wrotham School and Aylesford School have both been rated 'Good' by Ofsted and can be reached in approximately 10-minutes by car.

Surrounded by picturesque rolling hills, homes at Lancaster Park offer plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors. Close to home, Manor Park Country Park and Kings Hill Linear Park are both within walking distance. A little further afield, Oldbury Hill and Coldrum Long Barrow can both be reached in under 15-minutes by car. With both sites owned by the National Trust, walks are surrounded by centuries of history and offer spectacular views. Alternatively, for a bit of blue space, Leybourne Lakes Country Park is just an 8-minute drive away. In addition to a variety of walks, a children's play area and a café, the park also hosts a watersports centre for those keen on kayaking, open water swimming or even stand-up paddleboard yoga.

Lancaster Park buyers can enjoy excellent transport links around the South East. For those commuting to London, West Malling Station is just a 4-minute drive away from which trains reach London Victoria in under an hour. For those preferring to travel by car, the M20 and M25 motorways are both easily accessible via the A228, ideal for journeys towards London, Folkestone and Dover.

Prices for Shared Ownership homes at Lancaster Park currently start from £170,000 for a 40% share of a home with a market value of £425,000. For further information visit www.starthurhomes.com or call 020 7224 3066.

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About St Arthur Homes

St Arthur Homes is a registered provider of affordable housing bringing a fresh approach to the shared ownership market. Dynamic and forward-looking, the company has strong ambition to grow its portfolio to at least 2,000 homes by 2026.  St Arthur specialises in high quality shared ownership homes, where there is no distinction with properties for open market sale. Working collaboratively as a member of the Wayfarer Partnership, St Arthur is committed to improving affordability for buyers and helping to support more people onto the property ladder.

As a Homes England approved provider, St Arthur Homes acquires, owns and manages property across outer London and both the south and east of England and is now expanding into The Midlands. St Arthur Homes has strong relationships with a wide range of agents, housebuilders and local authority partners in London and across England. Private equity finance means the team can move quickly in an agile and commercially focused manner. The company is actively seeking to build relationships across the sector and acquire more sites.

[1] https://www.savills.co.uk/research_articles/229130/329485-0