Hepworth Place

Development Overview

Hepworth Place is a new build apartment development by Countryside Homes, part of the Vistry Group, situated on Forest Road in Walthamstow, London E17 4JF. The development is distinctively located next to the historic Waltham Forest Town Hall and the newly revitalised civic space of Fellowship Square. The scheme offers a selection of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom contemporary apartments and duplexes, with completion phased from late 2024 into 2025.

Prices for the new build homes at Hepworth Place start from approximately £385,000 to £399,999 for 1-bedroom apartments, with 2-bedroom units beginning from £399,999 to over £555,000. Larger 3-bedroom duplexes have been listed from £750,000. Buyers should note Countryside Homes holds a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), with over 90% of customers stating they would recommend the developer; however, online feedback is mixed, as is common for large developers, and purchasers are advised to speak with a sales consultant for the latest information on quality and service provision.

Property Details

The development comprises apartments ranging in size from approximately 465 sq.ft for a 1-bedroom unit up to 1,235 sq.ft for a 3-bedroom duplex. Each home is designed for energy efficiency, holding an Indicative EPC rating of B, and includes a high specification as standard, featuring integrated modern appliances and luxury flooring throughout. A key feature across the development is the provision of private outdoor space for every unit, typically in the form of a private balcony or full-width terrace, with floor-to-ceiling windows enhancing natural light.

Available property types include standard apartments and duplexes, with some units designated as wheelchair-adaptable homes. The new build properties are sold on a 999-year leasehold basis, with estimated annual service charges of £1,881 and an estimated annual estate charge of £315.

Location Benefits

Hepworth Place is positioned to offer excellent transport connectivity to Central London. The nearest train stations are Walthamstow Central (Victoria Line and London Overground) and Wood Street (London Overground). Journey times from Walthamstow Central are approximately 16 minutes to Kings Cross and 20-22 minutes to Oxford Circus on the Victoria Line. Direct access is also provided to the A406 North Circular and the M11 for road travel, alongside numerous local bus routes and the Lea Valley Cycle Path for eco-friendly commuting.

Local amenities are comprehensive. The development is within walking distance of the refurbished Lloyd Park, a public green space featuring an outdoor gym, tennis courts, and a skate park. Further open spaces include the 6-acre Chestnuts Field on the doorstep, the Walthamstow Wetlands, and Epping Forest. Shopping options include Walthamstow High Street, the 17 & Central Shopping Centre, and the historic Walthamstow Market (Europe’s longest open-air market), all reachable within a 20-minute walk. Culturally, the William Morris Gallery is located approximately 0.4 miles away, and the area is well-known for its independent coffee shops and restaurants. Local schools include Woodside Primary Academy (0.4 miles) and Whitefield Academy Trust (0.6 miles).

Practical Information

Current property price ranges span from £385,000 to £750,000+, depending on bedroom count and property type (apartment or duplex). Availability is confirmed for 1, 2, and 3-bedroom homes, with some units currently available for immediate occupation. The overall development is well underway, with an anticipated final completion scheduled for 2025. Interested parties should contact the on-site sales executive to confirm plot-specific completion dates, current incentives (e.g., financial boosts), and to arrange a viewing of the show apartments and the development’s setting at the Waltham Forest Town Hall civic centre.