Barratt Homes at Richmond Park

Development Overview

Barratt Homes at Richmond Park is a new build development situated in the village of Whitfield, Kent (CT16 3FL). Developed by Barratt Homes, part of Barratt Developments PLC, the site offers a collection of energy-efficient 3 and 4-bedroom houses, providing a mix of countryside living with excellent connectivity. The developer holds an HBF 5-Star Housebuilder rating, signifying that over 90% of their customers would recommend them to a friend. However, prospective buyers should note that independent reviews across Barratt Developments show a mixed experience, with some residents citing post-completion customer service and build quality issues on specific schemes.

Initial pricing for the Barratt Homes phase ranges from £349,995 to £404,995 for 4-bedroom properties. The wider Richmond Park development also includes 3-bedroom terraced properties with a starting price point of approximately £264,995.

Property Details

The development features a variety of house styles, including semi-detached, end-terrace, and detached homes. Current advertised 4-bedroom homes include the 'Woodcote' (semi-detached) and the 'Hesketh' (end-terrace and detached), with advertised prices starting from £349,995 and £404,995 respectively. Specific features available in these new build homes include open-plan kitchen/dining areas with French doors to the garden, a separate first-floor lounge for flexible living in some house types (e.g., the Hesketh), and main bedrooms with en-suite facilities. Many homes are designed with enhanced energy-efficient features, contributing to lower running costs.

Location Benefits

Richmond Park benefits from its location in Whitfield, offering a quick route to major hubs. Road links are excellent, with the A2 providing a drive time of less than 10 minutes to Dover and just over 20 minutes to Canterbury. The proximity to Dover allows easy access to the Port for travel to the Continent. For rail commuters, Dover Priory train station is approximately 2.3 miles away. High-speed rail services from Dover Priory connect to London St Pancras in a journey time of approximately 1 hour 13 minutes to under 90 minutes. Local stations Kearsney (1.6 miles) and Martin Mill (2.0 miles) are also nearby.

Onsite, the development includes a new Whitfield Aspen Primary School and a convenience store. Further local amenities in the village centre, within a short walk, include a doctors' surgery and local restaurants. Major shopping is catered for at a retail park a few minutes' drive away, which features stores such as Tesco Extra and B&M Home Store. For secondary education, Dover Grammar School is listed as a nearby option.

Practical Information

The current available new build homes range from 3-bedrooms starting from circa £264,995 up to 4-bedroom detached homes at £404,995. The first phase of the Barratt Homes development is reported to be over 95% sold. Availability includes homes scheduled to move into during 'Autumn' (to be confirmed). Specific schemes such as 'Deposit Unlock' and the 'Key Worker Scheme' are offered by the developer. Prospective purchasers are advised to contact the developer directly for current plot availability, specific house type inclusions, precise pricing, and to arrange a viewing of the show homes.