Risborough Court at Shorncliffe Heights

Development Overview

Risborough Court at Shorncliffe Heights is a new build homes development by Taylor Wimpey, a company which holds a 5-Star Home Builders Federation (HBF) rating, signifying that over 90% of their customers would recommend them to a friend. The development is situated off Royal Military Avenue in Folkestone, Kent (CT20 3EF), on the site of the former MoD Shorncliffe Garrison. It offers a structured range of properties, including 1 and 2 bedroom apartments alongside 2, 3, and 4 bedroom houses.

Initial pricing for available new build homes at Risborough Court ranges from £181,995 for a 1-bedroom apartment (e.g., Neptune Court, Plot 63) up to £382,995 for a 4-bedroom semi-detached property (e.g., The Eastbury, Plot 12). The new community is designed to incorporate the site’s heritage, featuring a distinctive layout positioned around green open spaces, and benefits from three acres of open space and retained woodland walks.

Property Details

The properties available include specific house types such as The Canford (a 2-bedroom mid-terrace house starting from approximately £274,995), The Gosford (a 3-bedroom end-terrace at approximately £312,995), and the family-focused The Ashbury and The Eastbury 4-bedroom designs. All new build homes are designed with energy efficiency in mind to help reduce running costs, feature flexible living spaces, and include a 10-year NHBC warranty. Apartments typically offer a private outside terrace area and allocated parking, while houses often include allocated parking spaces. Purchasers should note that the houses are typically sold as freehold, while the apartments are sold leasehold, with an estimated annual estate management fee of approximately £218.92 for some plots.

Location and Transport

The development's location offers excellent transport and commuter access. Folkestone West train station is situated approximately 0.8 miles away, and Folkestone Central train station is 1.4 miles distant, providing direct high-speed links to London. The fastest train services to London St Pancras International take as little as 54-58 minutes. Vehicular access to the national road network is via the nearby M20 motorway, and the Folkestone Eurotunnel Terminal is only 1.2 miles away.

Risborough Court is situated less than a mile from the coast, allowing easy access to nearby coastal walks. Education options are close by, with Cheriton Primary School and Folkestone, St Martin’s Church of England Primary School both located within approximately 0.4 miles. The wider Shorncliffe Heights masterplan includes future provision for a new purpose-built primary school and a community hub, which is planned to house a doctors’ surgery, cafés, and shops. Folkestone town centre and its Creative Corner, which features independent shops, galleries, and restaurants such as Mark Sargent’s Rocksalt, is a short distance away.

Practical Information

The developer, Taylor Wimpey, has committed to significant local investment, including contributions of over £29,000 to local causes in Kent during 2024. Current incentives, such as mortgage payment contributions or deposit support, may be available on selected plots; contact the developer for details on specific offers. To arrange a viewing of a show home or to discuss plot availability, prospective buyers should contact the Risborough Court Sales Information Centre directly.