House prices in the UK are on the up, rising 2.2% in the past year according to the latest figures from HM Land Registry. Savills, meanwhile, projects average UK house price growth of 3.5% during 2025. For buyers keen to get in ahead of the rising prices, the newly launched houses at Whitstable Heights from Hyde New Homes present the ideal solution. Buyers can reserve a home now to lock in their purchase price ahead of future market uplifts.

A selection of two-, three- and four-bedroom houses have launched at Whitstable Heights with prices starting from £325,000. That compares to an overall average price in Whitstable of £445,079 during the past year, according to Rightmove. The town is popular with buyers due to its delightful beaches and superb foodie credentials, as well as its proximity to London – commuters can travel into the capital via direct trains from Whitstable Station, with journey times from an hour and 16 minutes.

Whitstable Heights enjoys an elevated clifftop position, with views stretching across the rooftops to the sparkling sea beyond. Every house has been built in line with 'the Hyde Difference', meaning it features a high-quality specification, integrated modern appliances, a garden laid to lawn, private parking, quality flooring and more at no additional cost – unlike many contemporary new build properties. A newly opened show home demonstrates this impressive commitment to quality in the home.

Suna Interior Design, the firm behind the beautifully dressed show home, comments: “Whitstable Heights show home is perfectly situated to offer stunning, views of the water, while the contemporary interior embraces coastal charm. The open-plan layout showcases warm, modern designs with curved lines and a welcoming colour palette, softened by soothing seaside-inspired accents. The living spaces are bathed in natural light, with bold warm tones adding vibrant pops of colour. To emphasise a warm and natural feel, we used an oak wood dining table, with cane and leather chairs for a touch of retro charm.”

The show home's bedrooms provide a sense of tranquil escape, with Suna Interior Design using serene green and blue tones that reflect the calm of the coast. In the principal bedroom, the sumptuous, wall-to-wall headboard creates a luxurious focal point, while the creatively designed children's bedroom is sure to spark creativity with its underwater concept.

The show home was carefully curated to evoke a sense of welcome and comfort, inviting visitors to envision the lifestyle that awaits them at Whitstable Heights, while emphasising the spacious and thoughtful design of the home. It emphasises the fact that the new community at Whitstable Heights includes homes for everyone, from first-time buyers to families and relocators.

Whitstable Heights is just six miles from the M2 and a mile from Whitstable Station. Local favourites such as The Lobster Shack and Wheelers Oyster Bar are within easy reach, as are the seafood stalls that dot the harbour and the town's eclectic selection of independent stores, record shops, art galleries, gourmet ice cream parlours and more.

Whitstable's seaside splendour is complemented by rolling green countryside surrounding the town while Canterbury, with its famous cathedral, and foodie favourite Faversham are both just a few miles away.

On the schooling front, Whitstable has an Outstanding junior school for children aged 7-11, numerous Good primaries, a Good secondary and various Good academies, providing positive educational experiences from children up to the age of 18. For further studies, Whitstable has an adult education centre, while nearby Canterbury is home to the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and the University for the Creative Arts.

Samantha Welstead, Head of Sales at Hyde New Homes, comments: “From its annual oyster festival to the eclectic handcrafted items on offer at the harbour market, Whitstable is awash with charm. It's the perfect setting for our beautiful new homes at Whitstable Heights, which showcase Hyde's commitment to delivering high-quality homes that buyers love. We would encourage anyone interested in living in this delightful seaside location to book a visit to our Whitstable Heights show home as soon as possible.”

Prices at Whitstable Heights start from £325,000 with offers available for fast movers, further details are available here.  Alternatively, please call 01227 941 951 or email info@hydenewhomes.co.uk.

For more information, please contact Alice McCutcheon at The Oracle Group on 0208 394 2821 or alicemc@oraclepr.co.uk

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Our expert sales consultants are ready to help, whether someone is looking at shared ownership, outright sale, or a retirement home. Our aim is always to make the purchase experience smooth and enjoyable.

A recent survey of some of our new shared owners and homeowners, by independent research company In-house, shows the success of our approach, with an impressive 96% of customers saying they would recommend Hyde to friends and family. We are delighted that, as a result, we were granted the In-house Gold Award for customer satisfaction for the eleventh year running.

Hyde New Homes was recognised for its exceptional customer service, winning the prestigious accolade of Outstanding Achievement Award 2024 for Net Promoter ® with a score of 72.