Crest Nicholson responds to changing demands of first time buyers

Crest Nicholson highlights that the social priorities of first time buyers have dramatically changed over the last four decades. The first time buyer profile no longer conforms to traditional family life and community, but instead is defined by independence, lifestyle, travel and experience. Crest Nicholson’s Wellington Place at Market Quarter conveniently located on Tonbridge High Street in Kent offers the ideal home solution for today’s modern first time buyer.

Whilst 30 years ago purchasers considered the location of their first home based on the friendliness of a neighbourhood and its proximity to good schools and health facilities, today’s first time buyers prioritise distance to work, access to bars, cafes and restaurants along with health and spa facilities and boutique shopping. The location of Wellington Place, a collection of one, two and three bedroom apartments, positioned in a conservation area in the heart of Tonbridge means that the town’s excellent social scene and amenities are right on residents’ doorsteps.

Just minutes from the development there are a wide selection of bars, pubs and cafes along with good restaurants. Furthermore residents have a wide selection of shopping choices, including Waitrose and Sainsbury’s supermarkets as well as a range of independent retailers. There is also a selection of sport and leisure in the area including the nearby Angel Leisure Centre and Peak Fitness.

Along with a great location, today’s first time buyers are also looking for stylish, spacious homes that are finished to a high standard. All homes at Wellington Place have been designed to maximise light and space and the apartments feature contemporary, open plan layouts that are ideal for entertaining.

Negating the need to decorate or spend lots of money on fitting out a first home, the properties at the development are finished and ready to move in to. Modern, fully fitted kitchens are complete with a range of integrated, stainless steel Bosch appliances including oven, hob, extractor hood, fridge/freezer and washer dryer. Bathrooms and en suites incorporate smart white sanitaryware finished with contemporary chrome accessories.

Pippa Bugby, Sales and Marketing Director, Crest Nicholson (South East) Ltd. commented: “Today’s younger potential buyers have vastly different attitudes, aspirations and lifestyles to their counterparts 30 years ago. The move from the traditional family orientated homes towards a lifestyle choice is very evident and Wellington Place fits that profile to a tee. In addition, the scheme offers exceptional transport links, another major consideration for today’s first time buyers; residents who work in the Capital can be in London in less than 50 minutes.”

Prices at Wellington Place start from £180,000 for a one bedroom apartment and £235,000 for a two bedroom apartment. For more information visit Crestnicholson.com.