Suffolk Property News

A recent survey conducted by the Office of National Statistics states that 18% of young women aged 20-34 (29% of men) are still living at home with their parents, and that the average age of the first time buyer has crept up to 29.* These statistics show that getting onto the property ladder is still a difficult move for those all important first time buyers.

Following on from the success of Charles Church’s previous phase at the delightful The Priory development in Sudbury, the company has now launched the next release of homes at the development.

A new range of fabulous, five-bedroom detached family homes has just been released by leading housebuilder George Wimpey at its highly sought-after Concept development at Red Lodge in Suffolk.

As a first time buyer, you may think that a one or even two bedroom home may be your only option.

Just one spacious four-bedroom home remains for sale at George Wimpey’s sought-after Cedro development in Kesgrave, Ipswich – and priced just £239,995 it offers the lucky purchaser exceptional value for money.

A recent survey commissioned by the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) has shown a drop in the number of young people aspiring to own their own home. Now, only a third (37%) of 18-24 year olds think that homeownership is right for them.

Following much anticipation, Persimmon Homes Anglia has announced the launch of its latest development in Ipswich, aptly named ‘Woodlands’ due to its wonderful leafy location in Barham.

Suffolk Wildlife artist, Peter Partington, is drawing inspiration from the beautiful Bakers Mill development by Barratt Eastern Counties, set on the banks of the River Stour near Sudbury. An exhibition by The Wildlife Art Gallery, Lavenham, including Peter’s watercolours and oils will be held at the marketing suite on Saturday 20th June from 12 noon to 4 pm.

Building on the success of its popular Kingsbury Grange development at Moreton Hall in Bury St Edmunds, leading house-builder George Wimpey has started work on its next collection of homes – St Edmunds Gate.

As an interior design scheme that has impressed visitors for months at Persimmon Homes Anglia’s Kings Park development in Sudbury, it’ll come as welcome news to househunters in the town, that the delightful Holkham showhome has now been released for sale.

A recent survey by Halifax has named Suffolk as one of the top areas in the country for a high quality of life. Reporting that residents in the country are healthier, GCSE results are above average, and that they can enjoy two hours more sunshine a week than the average district, Suffolk is outshining its competitors.

According to a recent survey conducted by UpMyStreet.com, the majority (44%) of movers surveyed were planning to upsize in 2009*. With Crest Nicholson’s Government backed HomeBuy Direct scheme, young families needing more space are able to move into a larger property without breaking the bank.

HomeBuy Direct is a fantastic new scheme supported by David Wilson Homes and the Government which enables buyers to move into a new home at Martingales, Red Lodge near Newmarket for just 70 per cent of the purchase price.

Did you enjoy many happy family holidays on the Suffolk coastline as a youngster and now spend time reminiscing about the good old days? Or are you longing for a home in a tranquil part of the world to escape the hustle and bustle of every life?

Families in need of an additional bedroom or those who aspire to own a larger home but don’t want to take on a bigger mortgage may find the smart answer in HomeBuy Direct.

It’s common knowledge that buying a new home can take weeks, perhaps months to complete, with solicitors, estate agents and various other third parties to co-ordinate, meaning the process can become both complicated and stressful.

When looking to move, many young families highlight a good school and a safe and friendly community as important purchasing factors.

The clock is ticking for property-seekers keen to own a brand new home at George Wimpey’s Cedro development in Kesgrave near Ipswich, as the leading house-builder puts the final four homes on sale.

First time buyers in Red Lodge, Suffolk struggling to get a footing on the property ladder have been thrown a much needed lifeline.

Persimmon Homes Anglia is pleased to report that its most recent development to launch, St Martins Green in Ravenswood, Ipswich has been an continued success with househunters since its launch in April this year.

Just five brand new homes remain for sale at George Wimpey’s popular Spencers Court development near Ipswich – and with two-bedroom apartments available from only £69,995 and three-bedroom houses from £119,995, there’s little wonder they’re being snapped up fast.

With help from his parents, 25 year-old Tom Huggins has recently bought his first home: a spacious three-bedroom apartment at Bakers Mill, Barratt Eastern Counties’ award-winning riverside development in Great Cornard, near Sudbury.

A special Government scheme called HomeBuy Direct has been launched at George Wimpey’s Spencer’s Court development in Ipswich. The new initiative, which has only just been launched nationally, will help first time buyers get on the property ladder with an interest free equity loan.

Leading housebuilder George Wimpey is currently offering its superb four-bedroom, detached ‘Notley’ home for just £174,995 at The Presidents development near Mildenhall, Suffolk.

If the idea of living at an exclusive development in a rural market town in Suffolk appeals to you, then it’s worth take a trip to Charles Church’s The Priory development nestled in the beautiful town of Sudbury as you’re more than likely to fall in love with the home of your dreams sooner than you think.