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Discounted homes for local Key Workers in West Sussex
Carbon-neutral developer Thakeham has launched a First Homes scheme at its new development, Berry Croft in Newick, West Sussex. Available to Key Workers, properties for sale through First Homes are priced at up to 30% less than market value for those who meet the criteria.
Participants must be 18 or older, a first-time buyer, able to get a mortgage for at least half the price of the home and have a combined household income of no more than £80,000. Key Workers must also either currently live or work in the area to qualify.
The scheme is also available to members of the Armed Forces and buyers with a local connection, such as being a current resident within the administrative area or having a close family association with the Lewes District Council area – as long as they are first-time buyers.
There are a number of major high-street lenders such as Lloyds, Halifax and Nationwide, along with local building societies that are currently offering 95% loan-to-value mortgages for First Homes.
The one- and two-bedroom apartments available within the First Homes scheme at Berry Croft offer modern, open-plan layouts and high specification interiors, including integrated energy-efficient appliances within the purchase price. A central green and play area offers extensive outdoor space and fosters a sought-after community spirit.
One-bedroom apartments are priced from £220,500, and two-bedroom apartments from £250,000. With the First Homes scheme, buyers granted a 30% discount would pay just £154,350 for a one-bedroom apartment and £175,000 for a two-bedroom apartment, respectively. The discount applied is dependent on circumstances.
Homes at Berry Croft include premium insulation and comfort ventilation as well as high-efficiency boilers and water-saving taps; each home will achieve an EPC Rating of B, surpassing 89% of homes in England and reducing monthly bills. EV chargers are available to every home.
The development is nestled in the picturesque West Sussex countryside yet enjoys close proximity to amenities in popular Lewes and Brighton. Newick is on the A272, ensuring easy access to the A3, A22, A23 and A24. Haywards Heath station, eight miles away, provides direct services to Gatwick Airport, Brighton and London Victoria in 44 minutes. Regular local bus services connect Berry Croft to neighbouring towns and villages including Haywards Heath, Lewes and Uckfield.
To find out more about the First Homes scheme at Berry Croft, call 01483 912483 or visit the Thakeham website here.
About Thakeham
Established in 2003 and based in West Sussex, Thakeham delivers sustainable homes and strong communities, from providing private residential developments, high-quality, tenure-blind affordable homes and open spaces to infrastructure, facilities and strategic land services.
Thakeham’s industry-leading approach to zero carbon ready homes, biodiversity and the environment, alongside its commitment to people, communities, and creating amazing places to live, put it at the forefront of placemaking in the UK. It provides homes for all buyers, residents and lifestyles across the south of England, from bungalows inspired by the village vernacular to large family homes in commutable locations and modern apartments. Thakeham is currently marketing homes from 1 bedroomed to 5 bedroomed in Surrey and Sussex.
Find out more at the company’s website here.
