Longfield Place

Longfield Place: A Factual Guide for Homebuyers

Development Overview

Longfield Place is a new build homes development by national housebuilder Bellway Homes, located in the village of Sherfield on Loddon, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 0FZ. The development is situated approximately four miles northeast of Basingstoke and falls within the boundaries of Hampshire County Council. The collection comprises a range of 3- and 4-bedroom detached and semi-detached properties. Current pricing for new build homes at Longfield Place starts from approximately £469,995 for a 3-bedroom semi-detached house, with 4-bedroom detached homes priced up to £699,995, offering options across the mid to upper-mid price bracket for the local area.

Property Details

The house types available include a variety of designs from Bellway's 'Artisan Collection'. The 3-bedroom segment features properties such as ‘The Harper’ and ‘The Blemmere’ (semi-detached), and ‘The Thespian’ (detached), with prices starting at £469,995. Larger family homes, such as the 4-bedroom detached 'The Goldsmith' (priced at £699,995) and 'The Heelmaker', offer extensive internal specification. 'The Goldsmith' is specified with an open-plan kitchen, breakfast and family area with direct garden access, a separate utility room, a dedicated dining room, and four double bedrooms, including two en-suites. All properties are sold with a 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy for long-term assurance. Buyers may also be eligible for specific offers, including the 'Part Exchange Go' scheme and contributions of up to £25,000 on selected plots.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

Sherfield on Loddon provides commuter access to both Basingstoke and Reading. The development benefits from proximity to the A33, and Junction 6 of the M3 motorway is approximately a 6-minute drive away. For rail travel, Basingstoke Railway Station is approximately 5.3km from the development. From Basingstoke, direct services are available to major destinations, including London Waterloo (45 minutes), Reading (27 minutes), and Oxford (50 minutes).

Public transport is facilitated by Stagecoach bus routes. The local Stagecoach Route 14 offers a connection from the Sherfield Post Office to Basingstoke Bus Station, with a journey time of approximately 29 minutes and a six-minute walk to the nearest stop. More frequent service is available on the Stagecoach 7 route into Basingstoke every 30 minutes, accessible from the Woodlands stop, a 19-minute walk away.

Local Amenities and Services

Sherfield on Loddon retains core village amenities, including The Coffee Shop, which also houses a Post Office. The village's social centre includes The White Hart, a 17th-century country pub that overlooks the village green and serves food. The development is advertised as being close to "well-regarded schools," including the nearby Sherfield School, which offers independent education and is known for its high-quality, locally sourced catering provision.

Practical Information and Developer Profile

Bellway Homes has held the HBF 5-star builder status for nine consecutive years, indicating a high level of customer satisfaction according to the national Home Builders Federation survey. While this demonstrates a consistent track record of achieving HBF benchmarks, prospective buyers should note that independent reviews show mixed customer experiences, with common criticisms across the industry related to the speed of snagging resolution and post-sales customer service. Specific plots are available with completion anticipated before the end of the year. Interested parties are advised to contact the Bellway Homes (Wessex) sales office directly for the latest availability, pricing, and to confirm current incentives like Part Exchange Go and cash contributions.