Carter's Court

Development Overview

Carter’s Court is a new build homes development by Bellway Homes, situated at 97a-117 Caversham Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8AR. The development comprises a total of 60 new homes, featuring a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments, alongside a limited number of 4-bedroom houses. Current properties range in price from approximately £280,000 to £650,000. Bellway Homes holds a 5 Star HBF Builder rating as of 2024, reflecting a proven track record for quality and customer service. The scheme includes 30% affordable housing provision.

Property Details

The 60-unit development consists of 50 apartments (21 one-bedroom, 18 two-bedroom, 11 three-bedroom) and 10 four-bedroom houses. Apartment types, such as the 3-bedroom ‘The Swale’ have been marketed at approximately £450,000, while a number of 4-bedroom mid-terrace houses are priced around £650,000. New build 1-bedroom apartments are available from approximately £280,000.

Apartments are offered on a 999-year leasehold basis with a peppercorn ground rent. Estimated running costs include an annual service charge (e.g., approximately £1,072.50 to £1,571.00) and an Estate Management Charge (e.g., approximately £163.40 to £165.00) for the upkeep of communal areas. Select properties, such as 'The Swale,' incorporate air source heat pump technology. All homes are designed with contemporary living in mind, featuring ultrafast fibre broadband connectivity and the provision of electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the development. On-site car parking is provided via 30 allocated spaces, supplemented by 38 cycle storage spaces.

Location Benefits

Carter's Court offers exceptional connectivity and access to local amenities. Reading Train Station is a short 6-to-10-minute walk from the development, facilitating rapid commuter access. Fastest rail journeys from Reading Station to London Paddington take approximately 23 minutes, with direct access to the Elizabeth Line for connections across the capital. Train services to Oxford are also efficient, with the fastest journey time approximately 21-22 minutes. For road travel, Heathrow Airport is an approximate 38-minute drive.

Essential amenities are within immediate walking distance, including a supermarket just two minutes away, and the Caversham Road Fire Station bus stop one minute away for shuttle services into central Reading. The town centre, including the Broad Street shopping area, is a short walk or two-minute drive. Local leisure includes the River Thames riverbank, which is a four-minute walk, and Christchurch Meadows, with its tennis courts and paddling pool, is only a 10-minute walk.

For families, EP Collier School and Primary School is located within a three-minute walk. Secondary education options include The Abbey School, approximately two miles away, and Kendrick School (all-girls' grammar) is a nine-minute bike ride. Reading College and the University of Reading offer local higher education options.

Practical Information

The development is significantly progressed, with over 50% of the new build homes already sold. Selected plots are available for a swift move, including potential for a Christmas completion (contact the sales advisor for plot-specific availability). Viewing appointments are highly recommended to discuss specification and plot availability directly with the Bellway Sales Advisor.