DeHavilland Place

Development Overview

DeHavilland Place is a new build residential development by Bellway Homes, located in the modern village community of Kings Hill, Kent, ME19 4NR. The site offers a varied selection of property types, catering to commuters, first-time buyers, and growing families. The development includes 1 and 2-bedroom apartments, as well as 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses. A dedicated collection of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes is also available under Shared Ownership schemes, providing an affordable entry point to the Kings Hill area.

Developer Bellway Homes holds a strong industry reputation, having achieved a five-star status from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for eight consecutive years, signifying that over 90% of customers would recommend them. The development’s quality is further underpinned by an award-winning site manager who recently received an NHBC Pride in the Job award.

Property Details

Properties at DeHavilland Place feature contemporary layouts and modern specifications. A representative example of the apartment range is 'The Awl', a 2-bedroom apartment priced at £330,995. This apartment type offers 761 sq. ft. of space, including an open-plan kitchen/living/dining area, an en-suite to the main bedroom, integrated Zanussi appliances, and a private balcony or terrace. For house-buyers, the 3-bedroom terraced 'The Yalding', priced at £449,995, features 905 sq. ft. of internal area, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a separate living room with bay French doors leading to the rear garden. Houses are generally sold Freehold, while apartments are typically Leasehold. Prospective buyers should budget for estimated costs such as an Estate Management Charge, which is around £420.00 per annum.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

Kings Hill is a planned 'American-style concept village' built on a former RAF airfield, characterised by its well-maintained landscape and integrated local amenities. The village hub, Liberty Square, is a short walk from the development and contains essential services, including Asda, Aldi, and Little Waitrose supermarkets, a doctor's surgery, dentist, pharmacy, and the Spitfire pub. Green space is integrated throughout, with Kings Hill Linear Park situated approximately a 7-minute walk away. Local leisure facilities include an 18-hole PGA championship golf course and a David Lloyd health club.

Education is catered for by three on-site primary schools: Kings Hill School, Valley Invicta at Kings Hill, and The Discovery School.

Commuter travel is facilitated by excellent road and rail links. West Malling (for Kings Hill) train station is approximately a 4-minute drive away, with a dedicated shuttle bus (Route 123: The Ride) scheduled to meet services. Rail services to London Victoria take approximately 50 minutes, and services to London Blackfriars take around 60 minutes. Major road connections are easily accessible, with the M20, M26, M25, and A228 roads nearby.

Practical Information

The development offers various financial support options, including Part Exchange, Express Mover, and the Own New Rate Reducer scheme on selected plots. Current availability includes a mix of completed and off-plan new build homes, with specific plots offering incentives such as deposit contributions. For the most up-to-date pricing, internal specifications, ground rent, service charge, and completion timelines, interested parties should contact the Bellway Homes sales centre directly at Aviation Park in Kings Hill to arrange an appointment.