Locks Yard, Headcorn, Ashford, Kent

Situated on a modern development in the sought-after village of Headcorn, this beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home is offered for sale through the Shared Ownership scheme. Finished to a high standard throughout and benefiting from generous living accommodation, a stylish landscaped garden and driveway parking, this property is ideal for buyers looking to take their first step onto the property ladder.

The accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance hall, complete with a convenient downstairs cloakroom. To the front of the property is a spacious and elegantly decorated living room, while to the rear is a modern kitchen/dining room fitted with a range of contemporary units, integrated appliances and ample space for family dining, with direct access to the rear garden.

Upstairs, the first floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms together with a modern family bathroom.

Externally, the property continues to impress. The landscaped rear garden has been thoughtfully designed to provide a variety of seating and entertaining areas, combining paved terraces, decorative shingle and artificial lawn to create a low-maintenance outdoor space that can be enjoyed throughout the year. To the front, there is driveway parking.

This home is available through the Shared Ownership scheme, offering an affordable route onto the property ladder. Please note that staircasing is restricted to a maximum ownership of 80%.

Area Information

Headcorn is one of Kent's most desirable villages, offering an excellent blend of countryside living with everyday convenience. The bustling High Street provides a range of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs, a Sainsbury's Local, doctors' surgery, pharmacy and other essential amenities.

For commuters, Headcorn railway station offers regular direct services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Ashford International, making it ideal for those travelling into the capital or connecting to the wider rail network. The nearby A274 and M20 also provide convenient road links towards Maidstone, Ashford and the Kent coastline.

Families are well served by a choice of highly regarded schools, including Headcorn Primary School, with a range of grammar and secondary schools available in nearby Maidstone, Ashford and Tenterden.

Surrounded by beautiful Kent countryside, residents can also enjoy numerous walking routes, cycling opportunities and nearby attractions including Leeds Castle, Bedgebury National Pinetum and the picturesque Weald villages.

Please note that the price represents a 35% share in the property (full market value of £340,000).

The rent payable is £618.85 per month

The service charge is £76 per month.

More information about applying for Shared Ownership:

Income Requirement: Total household income must be less than £80,000 a year outside London

Property Status: You must be a first-time buyer, a former homeowner who cannot afford to buy on the open market, or an existing shared owner looking to move.

Existing Homeowners: If you currently own a home, you must have formally accepted an offer for the sale of your current home (sold subject to contract) and complete that sale before buying a new shared ownership home.

Affordability: You must be unable to buy a home suitable for your needs on the open market. Buyers will be assessed for affordability.