Top 5 Reasons To Choose A New Home In Cringleford

Barratt Developments – WhatHouse? Housebuilder of the Year 2019, which offers new homes under its Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes names – has spoken to residents at the Cringleford Heights development and found the top five reasons they’ve had for buying a brand new home there.

Good travel links

Cringleford Heights’ proximity to Norwich gives residents access to a range of independent shops, bars, and markets, as well as major chain stores in the Chantry Place and Castle Quarter shopping centres. For those who prefer to commute by car, the development is within close proximity to the A11 and A47, allowing efficient travel routes to Thetford, Cambridge and a number of other towns and cities further afield. These new homes are located just four miles away from Norwich, giving easy access to the railway station, meaning that London is accessible in two hours.

Excellent sporting facilities

The sought-after village has plenty of leisure and sporting facilities nearby. Sportspark, located at the University of East Anglia, is close to the development, and has a host of facilities, including an athletics track, outdoor tennis courts, indoor squash courts, a gym, swimming pool, and a climbing wall. The centre also functions as a community hub, with conference rooms and a café, as well as a space available to hire for parties and events.

The picturesque North Norfolk coast

One of the best reasons to move to Cringleford is its proximity to the Norfolk coast. Great Yarmouth beach is just over 25 miles away, making it the ideal location for a day trip through the scenic Norfolk countryside, with the promise of beautiful sand, sea and ice cream at the other end. Slightly further away, but by far one of the most attractive places to enjoy the seaside in the area, is Cromer Beach. The pristine sands, which are surrounded by green cliffs and traditional Victorian buildings, makes it the perfect place for a family day out.

Great schooling options

For families with children moving into the area, there are plenty of schooling options to choose from. Cringleford C of E VA Primary School is just over half-a-mile away, and West Earlham Infant & Nursey School is just over a mile away, with both schools having an Ofsted rating of ‘Outstanding’.

Green open spaces

The spacious green grounds of the University of East Anglia and the lake that passes through the area can be found opposite Cringleford Heights, which leads out to family friendly Farlham Park and the beautiful Eaton Park close by. Eaton Park is just three miles away from the development, giving residents the opportunity to explore and admire the rich variety of plants and animals that live there. This beauty spot not only makes the perfect place to enjoy a peaceful walk, run, cycle, or have a picnic, but it’s also a great day out for families with children. The park’s miniature railway, full-size and mini golf courses, and skate park make for an active day out, while for those looking for relaxation, the café, lily pond and pavilion are the perfect spaces.

Alison Page, sales director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Anglia, said: “Our Cringleford Heights development has been a superb village hotspot for prospective homeowners since its inception. We’re encouraging anyone looking to become a part of this flourishing community to accelerate their move and take the next step on the housing ladder.

“Cringleford is a thriving village location due to its idyllic rural surroundings coupled with the convenient shops, pub, takeaways and medical centre on the doorstep, as well as its closeness to the thriving Norwich city centre. As such, we’re excited to see our journey at Cringleford Heights draw closer to completion once we match the remainder of our properties with some happy homeowners.”

Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes currently have a selection of three- and four-bedroom homes available to buy at Cringleford Heights, with starting prices ranging from £332,995 to £576,995. There are some new releases there, plus some substantial offers on selected plots.

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