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New homes in Hemel Hempstead
We put careful thought into where we build our new homes, aiming to ensure that they are conveniently located near local amenities, have access to green space and are well connected with transport links.
All our new homes in Hemel Hempstead are designed with energy and water efficiency in mind, with efficient appliances as standard, high efficiency heating systems and good levels of insulation providing a modern, attractive home that can contribute towards living a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.
Discover your new home in any of our available new build developments in Hemel Hempstead below.
Looking For Houses For Sale in Hemel Hempstead?
Hemel Hempstead is a large new town in Hertfordshire, 24 miles northwest of London and part of the Greater London area. Developed after the Second World War as a new town, it has existed as a settlement since the 8th century and was granted its town charter by King Henry VIII in 1539.
Like other first generation new towns, Hemel Hempstead is divided into residential neighbourhoods, each with their own "village centre" with shops, pubs and services. In keeping with the optimism of the early post-war years, much of the town features modernist architecture.
We are seeing more and more people looking for Hemel Hempstead houses for sale from the London area, whether it is first time buyers trying to get onto the ladder or even move up buyers looking for a larger house. Hemel Hempstead is a popular location due to its affordability and being in the heart of the commuter belt and great transport links.
Most local state secondary schools exceed the national average in league tables. Hemel Hempstead School, once a grammar school, now has specialist status for performing arts as well as science and maths. On the west side of town, John F Kennedy Catholic School has a good reputation as does The Cavendish School which is a specialist sports college.
Our new builds in Hemel Hempstead have a wealth of activities available nearby, including the Museum of Technology The Great War and World War II, right in the High Street.
Pick up snowboarding or skiing with sporting activities at the Snow Centre, get active at the Dacorum leisure centre and the private Nuffield health club have been keeping the local population fit.
SHOPPING IN HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Our new homes in Hemel Hempstead are a great place to live due to its neighbourhood feel. Hemel Hempstead has a good selection of shops, restaurants and amenities to suit everyone. Explore the extensive range of shops on offer at the Riverside Shopping Centre and The Marlowes.
BUSINESS IN HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Maylands Industrial Estate is a major employer with large companies such as Amazon, Kodak, Britvic and Marks and Spencer located in the town.
TRANSPORT IN HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Our new build homes in Hemel Hempstead are well connected with the M1, M25, A41 dual carriageway, and endless ring roads and roundabouts including the famous Magic Roundabout, all nearby.
By rail, Hemel Hempstead is on the West Coast Main Line and there is a constant service between London Euston and Birmingham operated by London Midland, with additional direct services to South Croydon via the West London Line operated by Southern.
There is a mainline to London (30 minutes, every 20 minutes) and Rugby. There are also hourly Jetlink buses to Luton, Heathrow and Gatwick. Hemel Hempstead railway station is located a mile south of the town centre in Boxmoor.
The Grand Union Canal is also a popular route for narrowboat pleasures passing through Hemel Hempstead connecting London and Birmingham.
If you’re looking for property for sale in Hemel Hempstead, find all our available developments listed above.