Whitechapel Gardens

Development Overview

Whitechapel Gardens is an established residential development by Barratt Homes, a housebuilder holding the maximum 5 Star Rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for sixteen consecutive years, based on customer recommendations. Located on White Post Road in the traditional village of Bodicote, approximately two miles south of Banbury, Oxfordshire, the development comprises a selection of three and four bedroom new build homes.

This final phase of Whitechapel Gardens has reached its conclusion, with only the final two homes remaining available for purchase. Current available properties include four-bedroom detached houses, with prices starting from approximately £499,995 and extending to around £549,995 or more, depending on the specific house type and plot. Interested parties should be aware that the sales office and show homes are now closed, and viewings are by appointment only.

Property Details and Practicalities

The properties at Whitechapel Gardens are offered with Freehold tenure. Prospective buyers should budget for an anticipated service charge of approximately £171 per annum for the upkeep of the development’s communal areas. Barratt Homes offers several practical schemes to facilitate purchase, including Part Exchange, Help to Sell Schemes, and the Own New - Rate Reducer mortgage incentive. A Key Worker Discount may also be available. Council tax banding will be determined by the local authority, Cherwell District Council, upon completion. The development focuses on quality family living with a high standard of energy efficiency typical of modern new build homes.

Location and Transport Infrastructure

Whitechapel Gardens is positioned strategically for commuters. Banbury Train Station is located approximately 1.8 to 2 miles from the site, offering direct mainline rail services. The fastest services provide a journey time to Birmingham Moor Street/New Street in as little as 42 to 45 minutes. Rail links to London Marylebone are also efficient, typically taking under one hour.

Road connectivity is via the nearby M40 motorway, which provides swift access north to the West Midlands and south to Oxford and London. The A4260 road offers a direct route toward Oxford. The development's setting allows for easy access to Banbury’s amenities while retaining a village lifestyle within Bodicote.

Local Amenities and Services

The immediate village of Bodicote offers several essential and social amenities. Local services include a Londis/SPAR convenience store with a sub-Post Office. Social venues include two traditional public houses, The Horse and Jockey and The Plough, along with the Spice Room Indian restaurant.

For education, Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School serves the village, with several secondary schools located in close proximity. Pre-school options include Kingsfield Nursery and Saltway Day Nursery.

Leisure and recreation facilities are well-catered for: the local King's Field provides sports pitches and a children's play area, and is the venue for the annual ‘Bodfest’ summer festival and the popular Bodicote Fireworks. The development is situated near Banbury Cricket Club, Banbury Rugby Club, and the Bannatyne Health Club which features a gym, classes, and a swimming pool. The Cotswolds are located approximately one hour away. For detailed property specifications, current availability, and to arrange a viewing appointment for the final homes, prospective buyers must contact the developer directly.