The Mill

Development Overview

The Mill at Springfield is a substantial new build homes development by Redrow Homes, located on James Whatman Way, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1LQ. The scheme is situated on the site of the former Whatman Paper Mill, retaining and restoring the Grade II listed chimney as a feature of the development, and is located alongside the River Medway and directly opposite Whatman Park. The full community will comprise 295 new homes.

The development offers a diverse mix of 1 to 4 bedroom properties, including contemporary apartments and family houses from the Regent collection. Current availability spans one and two-bedroom apartments and four-bedroom houses.

Property Details

Specific pricing and home types include one-bedroom apartments, such as the York House Type A and E, starting from approximately £230,000 to £232,500. Two-bedroom apartments, including the York House Types C, D, and B, are priced from approximately £290,000 to £300,000. These apartments are finished to a high specification, with features such as open-plan kitchen/dining/living areas, integrated dishwashers, and allocated parking spaces. Selected two-bedroom layouts benefit from an en-suite to the principal bedroom and a private balcony.

Larger homes include four-bedroom semi-detached properties, such as the Wilmington Semi, available from approximately £510,000, and the detached Claremont house type, available from approximately £475,000. The Claremont offers versatile living space across two and a half floors, including a bathroom on every level and an en-suite to the main bedroom.

Location Benefits

The Mill is strategically positioned for both local and commuter travel. Commuters benefit from being just minutes from the M20 motorway, providing direct road links to Central London in just over an hour. The development is within walking distance of two railway stations: Maidstone East and Maidstone Barracks. Maidstone East offers rail services to destinations including London Victoria, Ramsgate, and Canterbury.

Local amenities are easily accessible, with Maidstone town centre's array of shops, restaurants, pubs, and retail outlets all within walking distance. The location borders the tranquil River Medway, offering scenic routes and access to Whatman Park directly opposite, ideal for outdoor leisure. For families, a variety of schools are in easy reach, and Maidstone is noted for having four Grammar Schools, including Invicta Grammar School and Maidstone Grammar School for Girls.

Practical Information

The development is by Redrow Homes, a national housebuilder with a track record of quality, having been awarded a Five Star Customer Satisfaction rating by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for 16 consecutive years, including the 2025 survey. Specific incentives, such as a 5% deposit contribution and flooring throughout on the final apartment block, are currently available on selected new build homes. Availability is limited, with only the last remaining 4-bedroom homes and final apartment blocks being sold. Interested buyers should contact the sales team directly for the latest plot-specific pricing, viewing arrangements, and to confirm the status of detached house types.