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CASE STUDY
AYLESFORD, KENT The Poppies
Home Reach has a new collection of Shared Ownership homes available at The Poppies in Aylesford. Delivered in partnership with David Wilson Kent, the development currently has two and three bedroom homes available, set on the banks of the River Medway and close to the M20
First time buyers Saila and husband Tafsir , both 28, have found their ideal home at Ashberry Homes’ Victoria Place development in Stafford. Having lived in a small one bedroom apartment in Stafford town centre since moving to the UK from Bangladesh in 2021, they are delighted to nally be able to host family and friends in their home. “Hosting has always been a big part of our lives,” says Saila, an education adviser. “We love sharing meals, celebrating milestones and having friends stay over – but in our old apartment, it just wasn’t feasible. We knew we needed a home that was brighter, bigger and practical for the lifestyle we wanted.” Saila and Tafsir, a control and automation engineer, initially explored renting a larger property but were shocked at the high rents. This prompted them to consider buying, although they assumed a new build would be out of reach. After researching the local market and hearing positive recommendations, they visited Victoria Place and were immediately drawn to the three- storey, three bedroom Tulip house type. “We went along for a look and were delighted with what we saw,” says Saila. “The sales adviser, Dawn, was fantastic. She understood exactly what we were looking for and showed us a beautiful show home that really inspired us. She then took us to see a three-storey corner-plot Tulip house that was nearly complete.” The moment they stepped inside, the couple knew they had found the right home. “The layout just felt perfect,” Saila explains. “The open-plan kitchen and dining area opens directly on to the garden, which is ideal for gatherings. We could instantly picture hosting dinners, summer barbecues and inviting friends to stay. And the fact that all three bedrooms are doubles with their own en suites – giving us three bathrooms and a downstairs cloakroom in total – was nothing short of a dream.” Looking ahead, the couple see Victoria Place as a long-term home where they can build their future. Saila concludes, “We wanted somewhere we could grow into, not grow out of. This home gives us the space, layout and lifestyle we were looking for. We’re excited for all the memories we’ll make here.”
as well as Aylesford and Barming stations. Designed with modern lifestyles in mind, the homes feature energy-ef cient speci cations including argon- lled double-glazed windows, electric vehicle charging points and ue gas heat recovery systems, alongside spacious double bedrooms, allocated parking and open-plan layouts.
homereach.org.uk/development/the-poppies-hermitage-aylesford-kent 020 3744 0415
*Based on a 50% share of the full market value of £380,000
CAMBRIDGE Marleigh Park
The Hill Group presents one of Cambridge’s most signi cant new neighbourhoods; a development which, once complete, will deliver 1,391 new homes, extensive green spaces and a wide range of community amenities. Marleigh Park offers one and two bedroom apartments and two, three, four
and ve bedroom houses, all nished to a premium, all-inclusive speci cation. The development offers a growing range of everyday conveniences and amenities, including a nursery school and supermarket, centred around Jubilee Square – a community hub. Residents also bene t from abundant green space, with leafy pathways winding through the development and expansive parkland spanning an area equivalent to around 44 football pitches.
marleighpark.co.uk 01223 827 241
BETHNAL GREEN Corner Place
Southern Housing New Homes presents this stylish new development, just a short walk from Bethnal Green underground and Overground stations. It has launched 28 apartments, including 19 Shared Ownership and nine open market sale homes, with a mix of one to three bedroom
apartments, plus two standout two bedroom duplexes with wraparound balconies. All homes feature open- plan layouts, integrated appliances and large windows for maximum natural light, alongside private winter gardens or balconies, with some homes also bene ting from terraces. The homes have been built with sustainability in mind, including EPC B ratings, under oor heating, high-performance double glazing and low-energy LED lighting throughout. Residents will also have access to a sixth- oor communal roof garden with far-reaching views across London.
shnewhomes.co.uk/properties/corner-place 0330 162 9399
*Based on a 25% share of the full market value of £500,000
24 First Time Buyer April/May 2026
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