Barden Croft, Tonbridge, Kent

Development Overview

Barden Croft is a new build development by Cala Homes, situated on Lower Haysden Lane in the desirable market town of Tonbridge, Kent (TN9 2QF). The development comprises a total of 125 new homes, including a collection of 75 private market houses alongside 50 affordable homes. The private collection features a mix of two, three, four, and five-bedroom houses, available in detached, end-terraced, and terraced styles, designed for a variety of modern home buyers. Construction commenced in September 2023, with initial private homes currently available for a 2025 move.

Private property prices at Barden Croft currently range from £660,000 for a three-bedroom detached home, up to price points exceeding £1,100,000 for larger family homes. The developer, Cala Homes, has a robust track record and is a consistently high performer, having achieved a Five-Star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for seven consecutive years.

Property Details

The houses at Barden Croft are engineered for energy efficiency and low maintenance living, incorporating modern eco-friendly technology. Standard high-specification features across the private collection include Air Source Heat Pumps, electric vehicle charging points, and underfloor heating installed throughout the ground floor.

Specific house types include ‘The Walnut,’ an impressive 1,837 sq. ft., four-bedroom detached family home, which features a separate sitting room, a dedicated dining room, and an open-plan kitchen/breakfast/family area with double doors to the turfed rear garden. This house type includes a carport and two allocated parking spaces, with two bedrooms benefitting from en-suite bathrooms and fitted wardrobes. Another house type, ‘The Hornbeam,’ is a four-bedroom detached property offering 1,244 sq. ft. of space. All private homes are finished with high-quality flooring throughout and turf laid to the rear garden.

Location Benefits

Barden Croft is positioned approximately one mile from Tonbridge station, offering excellent connectivity for commuters. Regular rail services from Tonbridge provide a fast journey to London Charing Cross in approximately 44 minutes. The development is also well-placed for road links, with the M25 motorway reachable via the A21 in about 15 minutes. The location sits 5 miles north of Tunbridge Wells and 9 miles southeast of Sevenoaks.

Local amenities are easily accessible, with Tonbridge town centre and its offerings just over a mile away. Local retail options include household names like M&S Food and COOK, with a monthly Tonbridge Farmers Market also held in the town. Dining options include specific venues such as El Mariachi (Mexican), Kathmandu Valley (Himalayan), and Hattusa (Turkish). For families, the area boasts highly-regarded schools, with The Hayesbrook School just 0.1 miles and The Judd School 0.3 miles from the development site.

Outdoor pursuits are supported by the proximity of Haysden Country Park, which is half a mile from the site, offering nature trails and a lake.

Practical Information

The current release of private new build homes includes 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom properties with prices starting from £660,000. Showhomes are open daily from 10am to 5pm, with viewing strictly by appointment only. Interested parties should contact the developer to confirm current plot availability, individual house type specifications, and to inquire about specific incentives, such as stamp duty contributions offered on selected plots.