The Mill at Springfield

Development Overview

The Mill at Springfield is a prestigious new build community developed by Redrow Homes, situated on James Whatman Way, Maidstone, Kent (ME14 1LQ/ME14 2LE). The development, set on the historic site of the former Whatman Paper Mill adjacent to the River Medway, is planned to comprise 295 homes, blending contemporary residential units with significant local heritage. Redrow has incorporated the site's industrial past by retaining and restoring the Grade II listed chimney and the historic Rag Room for future community use, creating a distinct waterside setting opposite Whatman Park. The community offers a diverse mix of properties, including one and two-bedroom apartments alongside a selection of three and four-bedroom family houses from Redrow’s Regent Collection.

Property Details

The Mill at Springfield offers a range of specific house and apartment types. The apartments include the ‘York’ house types, featuring one and two bedrooms, with high specifications such as open-plan kitchen/dining/living areas, granite worktops, and integrated dishwashers. Two-bedroom apartments typically include an en-suite bathroom off the principal bedroom and private balconies. All apartments benefit from an allocated parking space, with some units offering secure, gated undercroft parking.

For family housing, the development features houses from the Regent Collection, such as the four-bedroom ‘Fitzroy’ and ‘Wilmington’ house types. These townhouses offer flexible layouts, with the Fitzroy featuring a first-floor lounge with a balcony, an integral garage, and en-suite bathrooms to the principal and second bedrooms. Indicative pricing from the available stock has placed three-bedroom semi-detached homes from approximately £414,995 and four-bedroom detached homes from approximately £474,995.

Location Benefits

Residents benefit from a central location with excellent connectivity. The development is within a short walking distance (approximately 10 minutes) of both Maidstone East and Maidstone Barracks train stations, offering direct rail links. Services from Maidstone East provide a journey time to London Victoria in just over an hour. For car commuters, The Mill is only a moment's drive from the M20 motorway and the A229, facilitating access across Kent and the South East.

Local amenities are comprehensive and easily accessible. Maidstone town centre, approximately a 10-minute walk away, provides a wide array of retail and leisure options, including Fremlin Walk shopping centre and over 100 bars and restaurants. Cultural entertainment is available at the Hazlitt Theatre, and the local Maidstone United football club plays at the nearby Gallagher Stadium. Green space is provided by Whatman Park, located directly opposite the development across the River Medway, and the extensive 440-acre Mote Park is also within easy reach. For families, the location is within walking distance of schools, and Maidstone is known for its selection of educational establishments, including four local grammar schools.

Practical Information

Property types at The Mill at Springfield range from one-bedroom apartments to four-bedroom houses. While initial launch prices for one-bedroom apartments started from £219,995 (March 2022), current available apartments range upwards from approximately £230,000 to over £550,000 for larger units and houses, with specific prices varying by plot and type. The final one, two, and four-bedroom homes are available for viewing. Prospective homebuyers are advised to contact the developer, Redrow Homes, directly for the most current price list, availability of specific house types, and to arrange a viewing appointment.