St James' Park

Development Overview

St James' Park is a substantial new build homes development by Countryside Homes, located at 2 Chauncy Gardens on the desirable southern edge of Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire (CM23 4RH). The entire scheme is planned to provide approximately 611 new homes, alongside extensive community infrastructure including a care home, a future neighbourhood centre with local shops, and employment space.

The current phase of the development is nearing completion, with the final homes being marketed through the appointed agent. The remaining available properties are primarily 4-bedroom detached houses, such as the 'Sycamore' house type, with prices starting from £650,000.

Property Details

These contemporary new build homes are constructed using Masonry Cavity Construction and are covered by a 10-Year NHBC warranty. The final 4-bedroom detached houses feature layouts designed for modern living, including a separate living room and a dedicated study or home office space. The ground floor also incorporates an open-plan family/dining area with access to the garden, a utility room, and a downstairs cloakroom. Upstairs, the master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom.

Specific property features include PV panels for energy efficiency and a garage with an EV charging point. As a practical benefit of a modern new build, these homes are, on average, 64% cheaper to heat than an equivalent Victorian property, potentially saving homeowners up to £907 per year on heating bills. An estimated annual estate charge of £654 applies to contribute to the maintenance of the communal areas and landscaping.

Location Benefits

St James' Park offers strong connectivity for commuters. Bishop’s Stortford train station is located just over 1.5 miles away, providing regular, direct rail services to London Liverpool Street with an approximate journey time of 40 minutes. Direct trains also run to Stansted Airport, Cambridge, and Stratford. For road users, the development provides convenient access to the A1184, A120, and Junction 8 of the M11, facilitating quick journeys to Stansted Airport (a 20-minute drive) and Chelmsford (a 40-minute drive).

Local bus routes, including the 508, 509, and 510, currently run along London Road and Villiers Sur Marne Ave, with plans for a future diversion to serve stops directly within the development, connecting residents to the Town Centre and Railway Station.

Education is a key local benefit, as the Ofsted 'Outstanding'-rated The Bishop's Stortford High School is situated on-site, with further provision for a new primary school and secondary school as part of the wider development plan. Local amenities in the historic market town include the Jackson Square shopping centre, a variety of supermarkets (Sainsbury's, Waitrose, M&S, Aldi), and restaurants such as Côte Brasserie and The Lemon Tree. Residents also benefit from extensive new green spaces, playing fields, and a network of footpaths and cycleways within the development.

Practical Information

The development's Marketing Suite is currently closed. Interested homebuyers should contact the appointed agent, Intercounty, to arrange a viewing of the final available homes. Incentives are available on specific plots, such as a Stamp Duty contribution up to £20,000, plus appliances, flooring, and a turfed garden for move-in ready properties like Plot 29, ‘The Sycamore’. This offer is time-limited and subject to developer terms and conditions. Construction on Phase G2 (103 homes) is ongoing, with anticipated completion by Spring 2025.