Cygnet Park

Development Overview

Cygnet Park, a significant 200-home development by Avant Homes, is located off Killingworth Way in Camperdown, Killingworth, North Tyneside (NE12 5AS). The development is now in its final release phase, offering a limited selection of detached family houses. The final phase of new build homes currently focuses on 4 and 5-bedroom property types, with an overall development value of £47.4 million.

While the development previously featured 2 and 3-bedroom homes, current available detached house types include the 4-bedroom 'Wentbridge' (priced from £314,995), the 4-bedroom 'Bilbroughs' (from £394,995), the 4-bedroom 'Skybrook' (£399,995), and the largest 5-bedroom 'Darley' (£424,995). For prospective buyers, the developer is registered on the New Homes Quality Board, adhering to the New Homes Quality Code.

Property Details

Homes at Cygnet Park are constructed with Avant Homes’ signature specification, which emphasizes practical design and energy efficiency. The standard specification across properties includes designer kitchens with a range of modern integrated appliances and fashionable tiling. Living spaces benefit from classic French doors opening to the rear garden, spacious rooms, and off-street parking.

A key property example, the 5-bedroom detached 'Darley' house type, features flexible living spaces, with a large open-plan kitchen/dining/living area providing two sets of French doors to the garden. This property also includes a separate living room, dedicated utility room, a downstairs WC, and an internal garage on the ground floor. Upstairs, the main bedroom includes a private en-suite bathroom, with the remaining two double and two single bedrooms sharing a family bathroom.

Location and Transport Benefits

Located approximately six miles north of Newcastle City Centre, Cygnet Park is positioned for commuters. Road links are highly accessible, with a 4-minute drive to the A19 and a 9-minute drive to the A1 in Hazlerigg. This connectivity allows car journey times to Newcastle City Centre in under 30 minutes and to Sunderland in approximately 35 minutes. The A1 provides a direct route north towards Edinburgh.

For public transport users, the Killingworth Way bus stop is a 2-minute walk from the development, serving the Arriva X7 and X8 routes which provide regular services to Newcastle and Blyth. The Tyne and Wear Metro system is accessible via the South Gosforth stop, an approximate 10-minute drive, linking to Newcastle Airport and Sunderland.

Local Amenities and Services

The local area of Killingworth provides numerous amenities. The Killingworth Shopping Centre, a Morrisons store, Greggs, and Dobbies Garden Centre are all situated nearby. Leisure facilities include the Newcastle Racecourse, located less than 2 miles away, and the Rising Sun Country Park. The coastline at Whitley Bay is also a 15-minute drive away.

Educational options are strong, with local primary schools including Bailey Green Primary (rated Outstanding by Ofsted) and Amberley Primary (rated Good by Ofsted). Secondary schools close by include George Stephenson High School (under 2 miles) and Longbenton High School (an 8-minute drive), both rated Good by Ofsted.

Practical Information

The development is nearing completion with a final limited release of family homes. Interested parties should note that while Avant Homes has a track record of delivering well-designed, open-plan homes, recent (2023) customer satisfaction data from the Home Builders' Federation (HBF) indicated a three-star rating. Specific completion dates, viewing arrangements, and up-to-the-minute property availability should be confirmed by contacting the developer directly, as the site is highly sought-after and properties are selling quickly.