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Over Half of Our Heritage Place Development in Southampton Now Sold

We are thrilled to announce that over half of our £97m Heritage Place development in Hampshire has now been matched with buyers. Situated within the wider North Stoneham Park scheme in Eastleigh, this highly sought-after development features 322 family homes, with over 80% of the first phase and more than 50% of the second phase already secured.

Set on a stunning 120-acre former deer park, Heritage Place offers a collection of beautifully designed semi-detached and detached homes, many of which achieve the highest EPC rating of A. These energy-efficient homes feature PV solar panels and EV chargers, helping residents reduce their carbon footprint while making significant savings on energy bills.

Every home at Heritage Place includes the latest digital thermostats, a bespoke kitchen, and contemporary bathrooms fitted with high-quality white Roca sanitaryware, complemented by Porcelanosa floor and wall tiles. The development offers three-, four-, and five-bedroom homes, with prices ranging from £485,000 to £715,000. Eligible buyers can take advantage of our Part-Exchange and Bargate Assist packages to make their move even easier.

Mark White, Managing Director of Bargate Homes, said: “We are very pleased to have already sold over 80% of the first phase of Heritage Place, and 75% of the total 322 homes we are building in this picturesque setting. Reaching this milestone reflects the strong demand for Bargate’s high-quality homes in this sought-after location. We’re excited to continue with our build programme and placemaking initiatives, as we move forward with the next phases of the development.”

Located just a short distance from Southampton Parkway Station, Heritage Place offers excellent transport connections, with direct trains to London Waterloo in just over an hour. The station also provides links to key commuter destinations such as Guildford, Portsmouth, Southampton, Bournemouth, and Winchester. Junction 5 of the M27 and the M3, providing access to London, are also nearby, making this an ideal location for commuters.

One of our residents, Sarah Taylor, shared her experience of finding her perfect home at Heritage Place: “I had noticed the Heritage Place development being advertised and decided to check it out. I’d heard of Bargate Homes before and had looked them up—they had a solid reputation for high-quality homes and excellent customer service. The moment Callie and I stepped inside one of the homes, we both knew it was perfect for us.

“Heritage Place is in a wonderful location. With our dogs, it’s been a joy, as we no longer need to drive to go for walks. We can simply stroll around the development, the nearby woods, or Lakeside.”

Surrounded by acres of open spaces, scenic footpaths, and tranquil lakes, our homes are thoughtfully arranged within a serene setting. We invite prospective buyers to visit and explore our development, including three fully furnished show homes, available for viewing daily.

Heritage Place is located off Hopper Road, SO50 9RJ. Our show homes are open from 10 am – 5 pm, seven days a week. For more information, please call 02381 600595 or email heritageplace@bargatehomes.co.uk.
Planning Approved for Bargate Homes’ second phase of new homes in Bedhampton

We are delighted to announce that we have received a unanimous resolution to grant planning permission from Havant Borough Council for the second phase of our development in Old Bedhampton. This exciting new phase will deliver 43 homes, building on the success of our adjacent St Thomas’ Mead development, where we recently completed 50 family homes. The latest phase will be located on land west of Old Manor Farm and south of Lower Road, next to the village’s historic conservation area.

Our approved plans feature a mix of two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes and chalet bungalows, with 30% of the properties designated for affordable housing in partnership with VIVID, the parent company of Bargate Homes. We have carefully designed the homes to incorporate traditional materials that complement the character of the local area, ensuring they reflect the same palette as St Thomas’ Mead.

Mark White, Managing Director of Bargate Homes, said: “Receiving unanimous approval for this carefully considered development is a positive step forward for the area. This second phase continues our commitment to delivering high-quality, energy-efficient homes tailored to the needs of the local community. From first-time buyers to downsizers, this scheme offers a range of options while respecting the character of Old Bedhampton and enhancing the local environment.”

Sustainability and community enhancement remain at the heart of our plans. We are proud to be delivering 30% biodiversity net gains through extensive tree planting, landscaping, and habitat creation—significantly exceeding the council’s 10% policy requirement. In addition, we are going beyond standard policy requirements by following the Homes for Nature guidance, ensuring that every home incorporates a biodiversity enhancement, such as swift bricks, bat roosting structures, or bee bricks.

Our plans also include a new play area, community garden, and allotments for residents of both phases, alongside key sustainability features such as PV solar panels, air source heat pumps, and EV charging points to support greener living.

Access to the site will be provided via Lower Road through our existing St Thomas’ Mead development, with additional pedestrian and cycle routes to encourage sustainable travel. We have carefully designed the layout to reduce car dependence while ensuring sufficient parking through private garages, on-plot spaces, and shared visitor areas.

Located in the village of Bedhampton, this development benefits from excellent local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities. With Bedhampton train station just a mile away and easy access to the A27 and A3, residents will have convenient links to Portsmouth, Brighton, and London.

We are excited to commence work on the site later this year.

As we celebrate our 20th anniversary in January 2025, we are also marking another milestone—the start of onsite enabling works for our 100th development. Since our founding in 2006, we have remained resilient in the face of industry challenges, achieving consistent growth over the past three years. By the end of the 2024/25 financial year, we will have handed over 275 energy-efficient homes to our customers. Our continued expansion is supported by live planning applications, representing a total gross development value of approximately £460m.

For more information about Bargate Homes, visit: www.bargatehomes.co.uk
Bargate Homes receives planning approval for up to 155 homes in Hordle Village

We’re delighted to have secured a resolution to grant planning permission from New Forest District Council (NFDC) for our hybrid application to deliver up to 155 energy-efficient homes in the historic village of Hordle, nestled between the Solent Coast and the New Forest National Park in Hampshire.

Located on Hordle Lane, our 12.21-hectare (30-acre) site has been allocated for residential development in the NFDC Local Plan. We’ve worked closely with the Council to support its Local Plan new homes target, helping to address the pressing need for housing and reduce the 1,876 households currently on the local housing waiting list.

With this milestone achieved, we’re now preparing a Reserved Matters application for the housing element of the scheme. Our ambition is to deliver a high-quality collection of homes with excellent EPC ratings, ranging from one-bedroom apartments to larger four-bedroom houses. As part of our commitment to affordable housing, 40% of the scheme will be designated for shared ownership, affordable rent, and social rent homes, delivered in partnership with VIVID – the owner of Bargate Homes.

We’re also ensuring that over half of the land will be designated as Public Open Space (POS) and Alternative Natural Recreational Greenspace (ANRG). Our plans include play areas, 15 full-size allotments, maintained woodland, and a well-connected network of new gravel paths with additional native planting, designed to benefit both the existing community and future residents.

Mark White, Managing Director of Bargate Homes, said: “We’re thrilled to receive planning permission at committee for a second development in Hordle. This is another positive step for us in supporting New Forest District Council’s Local Plan, bringing much-needed homes for first-time buyers, upsizers, and downsizers in the area.

“At this latest 155-home development, our focus is not only on delivering high-quality, energy-efficient family homes but also on creating a lasting legacy for the local community. With expansive green spaces, play areas, and allotments, we’re building more than just homes – we’re shaping a vibrant and sustainable neighbourhood.”

This resolution to grant planning permission comes as we celebrate the launch of our 100th development, Shepherd’s Green, located east of Everton Road in Hordle, which will provide 97 mixed-tenure homes.

The plans for our new 155-home development include vehicular access from Hordle Lane, as well as additional pedestrian and cycling routes to encourage active travel. We’re incorporating a variety of parking solutions, including road and parking enhancements, along with dedicated cycle parking.

For further details on our developments, visit: www.bargatehomes.co.uk
Outline Planning Application for up to 62 Homes in Stubbington, Hampshire

We have submitted an Outline Planning application for up to 62 homes in the coastal town of Stubbington, Hampshire.

The development site spans 3.7 ha. (9.2 acres) and would create a positive contribution to the existing housing stock and green infrastructure, with new public open space and a natural play area. Located west of Old Street, the plans for the proposed development include a mix of homes and tenure over one and a half or two storeys. All homes will be built to a high EPC rating and include green technologies as standard, such as PV solar panels, air source heat pumps and EV charging points.

A pre-application was submitted to Fareham Borough Council in May earlier this year, with an initial proposal of up to 70 dwellings. The application has since been amended, including a reduction in homes to 62 to provide more open space. At least 40% of the proposed development will be allocated for affordable housing and will be delivered through Bargate Homes’ parent company VIVID.

The Outline application has been prepared and submitted to the Borough Council for consideration, with Southampton-based Snug Architects appointed as the architects for the development.

Mark White, our Managing Director, said: “We are pleased to have submitted an Outline Planning Application for up to 62 homes in this popular South Coast village. The energy-efficient home designs we are proposing will deliver a new quality of life for many in the local area, either wishing to buy their first home, downsize, or move up the property ladder and buy a bigger family home. The houses will meet the needs and wants of the local community, as well as the aspirations of future residents.

“Currently designated for agricultural purposes, the site is inaccessible to the public. If we receive the go-ahead to construct this collection of new homes, it will help the local community by boosting the population of Stubbington and Hill Head. In turn, this would support the viability of local businesses and the overall vitality of the area.”

The brief was to create a genuinely landscape-led development. As part of this, significant areas of public open space will be created, with new pedestrian access from Old Street to serve future residents, as well as the wider existing community.

Biodiversity corridors and a wildflower meadow grassland will be created, alongside a natural play area with imaginative play elements, rain gardens, and drainage solutions incorporated into the public open space design. The proposals not only preserve but also enhance the existing views of the Solent from the site.

The proposed material palette for the homes has been inspired by the local context, in terms of the local built form, but also cues from nature.

Stubbington is located on the coast of Hampshire and is situated in the borough of Fareham. Stubbington is a short drive from larger towns and cities, including a 15-minute drive from Gosport, and a 25-minute drive from Portsmouth.

The wider motorway network can be reached via the M27 which leads onto the M3. The nearest train station is Fareham, three miles from the development, with services to London in 1hr 35m.
New Phase of £128m Development Launches in Warsash, Hampshire

Heron’s Quarter, our much-anticipated new development of 80 energy-efficient homes in Warsash, Hampshire, has been unveiled along with a new show home.

Heron’s Quarter is the third phase of our multi-award-winning Rivercross scheme. When complete, the 34-acre site will deliver a new community of 352 eco-focused family homes, within the sought-after sailing village positioned close to the mouth of the River Hamble.

The new two-, three- and larger four-bedroom homes at Heron’s Quarter are already proving hugely popular, with 16 reserved and the first purchasers moved in.

Mark White, our Managing Director, said: “Heron’s Quarter has only just launched, but it’s already selling fast, due to the popularity of phases one and two at our Rivercross development. Locals and those relocating to move here appreciate the spectacular coastal location, our high specification and build quality, and the variety of home designs. We have homes suitable for first-time buyers, city commuters, growing families, and downsizers. Rivercross is specifically designed to be a sustainable community where every age can flourish and experience an enviable lifestyle.”

Our new four-bed show home at Heron’s Quarter is open daily, with interiors designed exclusively by locally renowned The Garden Society. The family home is themed from top to bottom to reflect a contemporary take on country living with on-trend green hues throughout. Striking features include a triple-aspect kitchen-dining room with a herringbone floor, amaster bedroom with a dressing room and en-suite, and a children’s room with a climbing wall. Outside, an impressive water feature takes centre stage in a beautifully landscaped garden with a separate terrace and raised deck area.

In keeping with our wider £128m Rivercross development and the characteristics of traditional homes in Warsash, Heron’s Quarter features heritage detailing such as mixed red brindle brickwork, red and brown roof tiles, and modern thermally-efficient sash effect windows. Some homes also have bay windows and gable porches.

Inside, the new houses continue to reflect our reputation for quality. These include locally supplied bespoke kitchens with integrated Neff appliances, on-trend bathrooms featuring Porcelanosa tiles, fibre optic broadband, and energy-saving Google Nest thermostat heating controls installed as standard. Electric vehicle car charging points are also provided.

As with every phase of Rivercross, Heron’s Quarter features a new public open space to contribute to the community environment and provide both recreational and ecological benefits.

The new homes are less than a mile from Warsash’s cosy pubs and a short walk from many scenic coastal paths. Whiteley shopping centre is only four miles away, Southampton city centre is nine miles, while Portsmouth’s historic dockyard is 14 miles away. Nearby Swanwick train station provides regular direct connections to both port cities, and onward travel to London. The M27 is only two miles, which offers easy connectivity across the south of England.

Prices at Heron’s Quarter start from £340,000 for a two-bedroom terraced house, to £650,000 for a larger four-bedroom detached home with a separate double garage.

Our new show home is located on Greenaway Lane, Warsash, Southampton, SO31 9LU, and is open daily from 10 am – 5 pm. For more information, or to make an appointment, please call 01489 307207, or visit our Herons Quarter page
Bargate Homes Submits Outline Planning for New Homes and Country Park in Overton, Hampshire

We have submitted an Outline Planning application for a 19-hectare site in Overton, Hampshire, which could deliver 130 new homes, as well as a Country Park. The vast Country Park would take up more than half of this expansive site, delivering widespread social and environmental benefits.

Located west of Sapley Lane, our proposed housing development would create 130 mixed-tenure new homes, providing opportunities for those looking to downsize, get onto the housing ladder, relocate, or live closer to friends and relatives. 40% will be allocated for affordable housing to be delivered by VIVID – our parent company.

The 15-hectare Country Park is set to be a multifunctional public green space, which would support a range of activities, including natural play areas for young children, and seating areas for relaxing and enjoying views of Overton. New planting of native trees and shrubs is proposed, as well as the rewilding of areas to promote and enhance local biodiversity. The site will deliver a biodiversity net gain of over 109.74%.

The homes are designed to be zero carbon ready, in line with the Building Regulation requirements from 2025, featuring air source heat pumps, Solar PV panels and electric vehicle charging points for each dwelling.

Mark White, our Managing Director of Bargate Homes, said: “We are pleased to have submitted an Outline Planning application for this site in Overton, which could become a very special new development. Located close to our now completed Seven Acres development, our proposals are designed to create a new neighbourhood and green space for the community of Overton. It will provide local residents with the opportunity to stay in the area and maintain all important friend and family networks.

“The new Country Park would be a fantastic asset for the community of Overton, as it will offer ample space for physical outdoor activities, connections to nature, an uplifting meeting place for residents, as well as educational opportunities for school children.”

The development site is sustainably located and has been designed in accordance with the ‘20 Minute Neighbourhood’ concept, with essential amenities all within a 20-minute walk, cycle or public transport ride.

A local shop, allotments, doctor’s surgery, playing fields and primary school are all within a 20-minute walk of the site. Overton train station is a 10-minute cycle, and has frequent services running to Basingstoke, Salisbury, Exeter, and to London Waterloo in 55 minutes.

The nearest bus stop is a mere four-minute walk providing services to nearby towns and villages. The site sits just south of Overton, and is equidistant between the larger towns of Basingstoke to the east, and Andover to the west. Easy access to the A303 and A34 leads to the wider motorway network.
Half of All Homes Now Sold at Heritage Place in Stoneham, Hampshire

It’s a great start to 2024 as half of the 322 new homes at our Heritage Place scheme in Stoneham are now either occupied, or forward sold. Positioned within the 120-acre (48.6 Ha) North Stoneham Park neighbourhood within the borough of Eastleigh, the site boasts excellent travel links, acres of open green spaces, a newly built primary school, and additional community facilities.

Located off Hopper Road and built on a former deer park, our Heritage Place development comprises a collection of 322 detached and semi-detached houses. Being built to a high EPC-B rating, residents are able to benefit from significant energy savings and access to Green Mortgage rates. The scheme is the final phase of the wider North Stoneham development, which will feature a total of 1,000 homes.

With 19 homes now occupied by happy residents, and 47% of the site reserved, our homes are getting snapped up off-plan by local buyers. Consisting of three, four, and five-bedroom houses – each with a garage – prices range from £485,000 to £720,000, with Part-Exchange and Assisted Move packages available to qualifying purchasers.

Mark White, our MD said: “We are delighted to have welcomed new residents to Heritage Place during 2023, with many more moving here in the coming months in 2024. There has been a huge amount of interest in this site, due to the convenience of this location, quality of the homes, energy efficiency, and lifestyle benefits, such as new pathways, lakes, and the on-site primary school. We are proud to be delivering the final part of the jigsaw for this exceptional new North Stoneham Park community.”

Don’t just take our word for it…

Kirsty Balicao, a Heritage Place resident, said: “We were delighted when our son Christian was offered a place at Stoneham Park Academy. He was part of the first intake of pupils, nearly three years ago. The two-mile journey from our previous home in Southampton was fraught with traffic, so when we saw Bargate’s plans for Heritage Place, we felt this could be a great opportunity to upgrade from our three-bedroom 1920s house, which had a layout that didn’t suit our family needs.

“When we first moved in, we were really pleased with how low our estimated energy bills were, and having an EV car charging point already installed is a big win. Living in a really efficient, low energy home was a big reason for moving here, and we’re all so pleased we did!”

Come and have a look for yourself…

We have two show homes at Heritage Place, exclusively designed by The Garden Society. The three-bedroom houses feature contrasting interior styles to illustrate key trends, whilst showcasing the quality of the specification and finishes. The furnishings bring to life the full potential of these premium new homes to prospective purchasers.

Bathrooms at Heritage Place are installed with contemporary white Roca sanitaryware, with Porcelanosa floor and wall tiles. Google Nest learning thermostats, electric vehicle car chargers, and fibre broadband, are all installed as standard.

Our show homes are open from 10am – 5pm, seven days a week. For further information, please call 02381 600595, email heritageplace@bargatehomes.co.uk, or visit our web page https://www.bargatehomes.co.uk/new-development/heritage-place/
Bargate acquire 200 home development in Waterlooville, Hampshire

Purchased with outline planning consent in place for up to 200 homes, the scheme will be part of Grainger’s wider Berewood Garden Village Masterplan which is delivering a total of 2,550 homes and local amenities.

Located off Marrelsmoor Avenue, Bargate Homes’ part of the new Berewood community could be completed over five years, consisting of two distinct phases of development. A Reserved Matters application will now be prepared by Bargate Homes for a collection of high EPC-rated one- to four-bedroom homes, 40% of which will be allocated for affordable housing.

The River Wallington runs through a section of the 209-Ha Berewood Garden Village, which also benefits from existing woodlands and wildlife habitats. Community facilities delivered by Grainer include a local centre, schools, 250-acres of open space, and employment uses. The masterplan and design code were first produced in March 2013 to obtain the outline planning permission. Savills Planning team has led on the planning and Environmental Impact Assessment coordination, and the associated Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment.

Steve Birch, Land and Planning Director at Bargate Homes, said: “This site is a major land acquisition to add to our extensive development portfolio, where we will ultimately see the delivery of 200 beautiful new mixed tenure homes. We are grateful to the Grainger team, their planning team at Savills, their agent Rosehill Advisors and our own legal team at Lester Aldridge who have all worked tirelessly to make this project a reality.

“We are delighted at being selected to bring forward these next two phases at Berewood and this is testament to the Bargate Homes team and the high reputation of our brand. We are wholeheartedly committed to the delivery of the highest quality, energy-efficient homes and look forward to submitting a Reserved Matters Planning application to Winchester City Council during the course of 2024.”

There are five key identity areas within the Berewood Garden Village: the Market Town, the Hamlets, the Employment Hub, the Countryside and River Wallington Corridor and the Garden Suburb in which Bargate Homes’ scheme will be located. The area for development encompasses the 10B Maple Grove and 11B Dauberton Glen land parcels.

In addition to housing, The Market Town will be home to the local centre for the community with a primary school, health and community facilities, as well as local shops. The Garden Suburb will respond to the existing strong landscape with planting and vegetation commonly found in Hampshire. The Hamlets will be an entirely residential area designed in a series of clusters with woodland and open spaces dotted around including protected woodland. The Employment hub will provide the largest proportion of employment for not only the site but also link-up to areas in the Brambles Industrial Estate. The Countryside and River Wallington Corridor will provide a strong green boundary to the site and will be characterised by the new greenways, woodland planting and link up to the Waterlooville town centre to the east and countryside to the west.

Waterlooville town centre is only 1.4 miles and a five-minute drive from the Berewood site. Renowned for its open green spaces, Waterlooville has an array of local amenities and good travel links and is positioned approximately six miles north of Portsmouth. The popular town has an abundance of local restaurants and bars as well as two golf clubs. Close to the town is the historic Portsdown Hill which offers extensive views over Waterlooville and Portsmouth as well as five forts dating from the 19th Century located on the top of the hill.

Petersfield train station has frequent services to central London, including London Waterloo, and is 11.2 miles away and a 21-minute drive via the A3. The train journey from Petersfield to London Waterloo takes just under 1 hr 30. Larger towns and cities including Portsmouth and Southampton can be easily accessed by car via the A27 and M27 respectively.
Planning Approval for 90 Homes in Pennington, Hampshire

We are pleased to have received the green light from New Forest District Council’s Planning Committee for 90 homes in the historic coastal village of Pennington, Hampshire. 50% of these homes are allocated for affordable housing, which will be delivered by VIVID – the owner of Bargate Homes.

Located off the A337 Milford Road, the 15.8-acre (6.4 ha) site will consist of a collection of the highest EPC-rated one- to four-bedroom homes, with 63% of the land being dedicated to preserved habitats and public open space. A new vehicular access from the A337 has been created specifically for the site and will be supported by pedestrian footpaths. The site lies close to the Solent coastline, bordering the New Forest National Park, and is southwest of the popular seaside town of Lymington.

The outline planning application proposed 110 dwellings but has now been reduced to 90, due to further site assessments establishing that a 90-home layout creates a more suitable mix of housing, while also meeting New Forest District Council’s design requirements.

Our MD, Mark White, said: “We are thrilled to receive approval for this Reserved Matters application, which will help to address local housing needs. Within the New Forest District, there is a distinct lack of affordable housing, so we are pleased to have the go-ahead to provide energy-efficient new homes for those who wish to remain in the area or move here and haven’t been able to do so. Furthermore, this development will also help to attract working aged people to Pennington to combat the current recruitment crisis.

“The development will have a clear focus on sustainability. These homes will be constructed to the highest EPC-rating and surrounded by green space consisting of new wildflower areas and tree planting, a network of paths for recreation and dog walking, and ecological enhancements to support existing biodiversity and provide biodiversity net gains. Our team will now progress with pre-construction preparations, and we look forward to being able to break ground in the coming months.”

The design and materials palette for the low density mixed-tenure development will complement the architectural topography of Pennington. Three distinct clusters of housing types will be delivered, with their own defining elements and details, including apartments, semi-detached and detached properties. From Bargate Homes’ study of the local area, the main materials used locally include red brick, render, stained timber cladding – complemented with arched brick headers – red roof tiles, glazing bars to windows, and chimneys to feature homes. The development layout has been carefully considered to ensure it is not car dominated, by offering a range of parking solutions throughout the site.

The development will consist of several open green spaces and Alternative Natural Recreational Greenspace, which can be used by the future residents, as well as the public. New wildflower and amenity grassland, footpaths, small play areas, scrub, hedgerow and tree planting will make up a significant element of the open space, which will function as the main activity space for outdoor play. Part of the main recreational area will be laid out with grass to enable different types of recreational use.

Pennington sits on the river terrace plateau between Avon Water to the west and Yaldhurst stream to the east. It benefits from local shops in the centre of the village – grouped around a town square – and a number of pubs and restaurants. The village is also home to Pennington Common, which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. The nearest town is Lymington, which is only one mile away. Lymington can also be accessed by frequent bus links.

Lymington train station has frequent services to regional towns and cities, as well as access to London Waterloo by changing at nearby Brockenhurst station. Car journeys to Southampton are via the A337, followed by the A35. Bournemouth can also be accessed via the A337 travelling west bound. For travel further afield, the M27 leads to the M3 and the wider national motorway network.
Hampshire Family Upgrades to a Four-bedroom Home at Heritage Place, North Stoneham Park

The first new residents have moved into Bargate Homes’ £97m Heritage Place development, which is positioned within Hampshire’s 120-acre North Stoneham Park neighbourhood. The Balicao family has moved from nearby Southampton to be able to walk to the school attended by seven-year-old Christian.

Heritage Place is the final phase of the wider North Stoneham Park development, where a new 315-place primary school opened in 2020. Built on a former deer park on the outskirts of the sought-after town of Eastleigh, Bargate Homes’ scheme is delivering the last 322 of the 1,000 new homes.

The Balicao family has moved into a four-bedroom detached ‘Oak’ house design, where both the large kitchen/diner, and the separate living room have French doors leading out to the private garden. There is also a separate utility and cloakroom located off the spacious hallway. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a luxury ensuite off the principal bedroom. All homes at Heritage Place are EPC-B rated, enabling residents to benefit from a lower carbon footprint, energy savings, and access to Green Mortgage rates.

35-year-old Kirsty and 43-year-old Mike both work for Kingfisher plc, located in nearby Chandler’s Ford. For peace of mind, they opted to fix into a new five-year mortgage term.

Kirsty Balicao, a Heritage Place resident, said: “We were delighted when our son Christian was offered a place at Stoneham Park Academy. He was part of the first intake of pupils, nearly three years ago. The two-mile journey from our previous home in Southampton was fraught with traffic, so when we saw Bargate’s plans for Heritage Place, we felt this could be a great opportunity to upgrade from our three-bedroom 1920s house, which had a layout that didn’t suit our family needs.

“Moving here has been wonderful. Our home is in a small cul-de-sac, with other families with similar-aged children close by. Our garden is considerably larger than we ever expected from a brand-new home, but we also feel comfortable with letting the children play out the front, because it’s so quiet. It’s such a welcome change from living on a busy road. We are now in the healthy routine of walking to and from school in all weathers, and we are enjoying the country walks through the woods on the weekends too.

“We rarely had people over to our old house, but we love entertaining at home now. The spacious hallway, beautiful kitchen and bathrooms, and all the quality details create such a wow factor. As we both frequently work from home, it’s ideal to be able to use both spare bedrooms as home offices, as well as having the option of hosting friends and family overnight.

“When we first moved in, we were really pleased with how low our estimated energy bills were, and having an EV car charging point already installed is a big win. Living in a really efficient, low energy home was a big reason for moving here, and we’re all so pleased we did!”