Barratt Homes at Aylesham Park

Development Overview

Barratt Homes at Aylesham Park is a new build development located on Bell Grove in Aylesham, Kent (CT3 3AS). This development forms a significant part of the wider Aylesham Garden Village masterplan, which follows the original ‘garden city’ design principles established by architect Sir Patrick Abercrombie in the 1920s. The scheme offers a selection of energy-efficient new build homes, ranging from 2, 3, and 4 bedrooms, set in the Kent countryside between Canterbury and Dover. For outright purchase, current availability includes 3-bedroom houses from £309,995. Barratt Homes is recognised as a major UK housebuilder and currently holds a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF). Purchasers should conduct their own due diligence, as with any new build, while relying on the statutory warranties and HBF rating as a mark of industry commitment.

Property Details

The development features a blend of house styles designed to complement the local village aesthetic, set against a backdrop of established green open space. Available house types include the three-bedroom 'Cohort' end-terrace home, which offers a spacious open-plan lounge/diner with French doors leading directly to the rear garden, alongside a separate kitchen area. Homes are designed with energy efficiency in mind, incorporating high levels of insulation and energy-efficient boilers, resulting in running costs that can be up to 64% cheaper than similar-sized older properties with modern improvements. Specific layouts for other property types are available upon request from the developer.

Location and Transport Benefits

Barratt Homes at Aylesham Park benefits from excellent, clearly defined transport links. Aylesham Railway Station is on the Chatham Main Line and offers direct services. The fastest train journey time to London Victoria is approximately 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 43 minutes, while the journey to Canterbury East takes around 11 minutes. Southbound rail services run to Dover Priory.

Road links are facilitated by rapid access to the A2 via the A260 in just 6 minutes, and the M2 motorway is reachable within 26 minutes, positioning Canterbury (20 minutes by car) and Dover as convenient commuter and destination hubs. Local bus services are robust, including the regular X90 service to Canterbury operating at 30-minute intervals (Mon-Sat daytime), supplemented by a new, on-demand Stagecoach Connect bus service linking Aylesham to other key service areas like Whitfield.

Local Amenities and Practical Information

Residents benefit from a convenient footpath providing direct access to the Aylesham village centre. This central area offers a practical range of amenities, including a Market Square, a Post Office, and a small supermarket. The Aylesham & District Community Project provides additional facilities such as a café and a nursery, with plans currently underway for a new health centre. The area is served by two Ofsted 'Good' rated primary schools: Aylesham Primary School and St Joseph's Catholic Primary School.

Pricing: While 3-bedroom houses are available from £309,995, affordable purchase options are also available through the Home Reach Shared Ownership scheme, with a 50% share of a 2-bedroom apartment starting from £97,996. For specific plot numbers, full price lists for all available 2, 3, and 4 bedroom homes, and current completion dates, prospective buyers should contact the developer directly.