Escape to a new home in 2014 at Faulkners Place in Harpenden
Property-buyers in Hertfordshire can escape expensive energy bills and maintenance costs in 2014 by purchasing a new-build home at Taylor Wimpey’s Faulkners Place development in Harpenden.
Discerning purchasers will see their cost of living drop significantly when compared with the running costs of an older property if they choose a brand new six-bedroom home at this sought-after development.
The average household’s dual-fuel energy bill at a new-build property built to current regulations will be 55% cheaper than a typical modernised Victorian home, for example, according to the Zero Carbon Hub. That could equate to savings of around £1,300 a year.
The savings don’t stop there as house-hunters who buy new could save on costly repairs and maintenance bills. Research by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors revealed people have found themselves facing average repair bills of £5,750 to their previously-owned home by failing to get a proper survey.
Furthermore, the typical household spends on average £716 a year on home repairs and maintenance3 – an expense which purchasers of a brand new home can happily avoid.
Purchasers at Faulkners Place can also take advantage of a range of helpful homebuyer incentives, with full details available from the Sales Executive.
Christine Scarborough, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for Taylor Wimpey, says: “Buying a new home is the biggest purchase we ever make, so the savings that add up from buying a new-build home compared with an older property can really make a difference.
“Not only does buying new add up financially, but purchasers can enjoy the benefits of expert help and advice from our Sales Executives at Faulkners Place throughout the entire moving process.”
There’s a choice of six-bedroom homes currently available to reserve at Faulkners Place, priced from £995,000.
All Taylor Wimpey homes are completed to a high standard specification, including energy efficient central heating, double glazing and a fitted kitchen with integrated oven, hob and hood and are backed by a two-year warranty and a 10-year guarantee from the National House-Building Council.
Harpenden may have expanded beyond its rural origins, but this thriving commuter town’s unique blend of period cottages, Victorian properties and open parkland has allowed it to retain a tranquil village atmosphere.
Independent stores, restaurants, cafes and a range of local services can be found in the distinctive and well-appointed high street, while a more extensive selection of amenities is available in nearby Luton and St Albans.
Stretching south for around one mile from the town centre, Harpenden Common is a popular escape for the town’s residents and is home to a golf course, two cricket clubs, a football club, bridleways for horse riding and footpaths. Rothamsted Park, Lydekker Park and Nomansland Common also offer the chance for homeowners to enjoy the fresh air in scenic surroundings close to Faulkners Place.
The exceptional educational opportunities open to children of all ages in Harpenden make it a popular destination for families. Wood End School and St George’s School are both rated outstanding by Ofsted and are within walking distance of the development.
Commuters will appreciate that Hemel Hempstead, Luton, St Albans and Welwyn Garden City are all within easy reach and that the M1 is just four miles away for quick links to the north and to London. Meanwhile, Harpenden railway station offers direct services to London St Pancras in less than 30 minutes.
To find out more about escaping to a new home at Faulkners Place, property-seekers can visit the Sales Information Centre, located off Yeomans Avenue, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 3EH, and open Thursday to Sunday from 10am to 5.30pm, and Mondays from 2pm to 5.30pm. Alternatively, visit taylorwimpey.co.uk.
