Living @ the edge

The internal accommodation includes a kitchen/breakfast room, family room and wc to the ground floor. On the first floor is the lounge, bedroom 2 plus a shower room. The second floor is home to the master bedroom with ensuite and fitted wardrobes, bedroom 3 and the family bathroom.

*Terms and conditions apply. Please speak to our sales advisors Liz or Rebecca on 01582 664779 for more details.

With a 95% mortgage you could be moving into a new home sooner than you thought. It's available to anyone buying one of our new homes in England, up to a maximum of £500,000.

Under the new programme, developed jointly by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) and Council of Mortgage Lenders, 95% percent mortgages will be made available to existing homeowners as well as first-time buyers (FTBs) on new-build properties (houses and flats) worth up to £500,000.

The typical deposit needed to buy a home is 20 per cent; so for a home worth £200,000 buyers using the NewBuy scheme need a deposit of just £10,000 rather than £40,000.

NewBuy Eligibility Criteria:-

• The NewBuy scheme is only available to purchasers of new build houses or flats, priced up to £500,000.
• Purchasers may be first-time buyers, living in rented or those already on the property ladder.
• Purchasers must be UK citizens or those with a right to remain indefinitely in the country.
• The NewBuy scheme is only open to those purchasing their principal home.
• The NewBuy scheme is not available for shared ownership or shared equity purchases.

*NewBuy is NOW AVAILABLE when you Part Exchange.

Please click here for a printable version of the NewBuy scheme.

How it works

The company will select at least two local estate agents, and arrange for independent valuations of your property.

We aim to make you a part exchange offer within 48 hours of receipt of the valuation.

If your property is currently on the market, your agent will not necessarily be one of the agents who is asked to prepare valuations unless you have signed a specific contract with that agent, in which case please let us know.

We will take an average of the valuations of your property and make you an offer based on that amount.

If our offer is accepted, you can reserve your new Bloor Home, subject to contract and satisfactory structural survey plus a visit from a Bloor Homes member of staff to view your property.

You must pay a deposit of £750, this covers the increased administration and survey costs.

We will help you to choose a solicitor and provide you with independent financial advice, to ensure that completion of the purchase of your new home is achieved in an agreed timescale.

Once the results of the structural survey are received, we will discuss the report with you, and on the basis that it is satisfactory, you can proceed with your purchase - and leave the rest to us, giving you more time to concentrate on moving to your dream home.

You do not have to worry about purchasers changing their mind and wasted solicitors fees, or agreeing completion dates with a long house chain - it’s just you and Bloor Homes working together to help you move on time, with no stress.

The Bloor Homes Part Exchange Scheme is subject to our purchasing critieria and may be withdrawn at any time.

Available on selected plots, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Should your house be sold whilst in occupation Bloor Homes will pay an early sale bonus.

Visit the Part Exchange Homes Website

Bloor Homes highlights: research by Rightmove states 29% of people had fallen for their current pad before they had got any further than the hallway. This rings true to Daniel Pearce and Karissa Blakeman (both 22) who fell in love with their Bloor Homes property at Living @ The Edge in Dunstable, Bedfordshire as soon as they stepped inside.

The couple, who work locally, had been living with their parents and were keen to buy a property of their own but had found it too expensive.  Luckily they came across the second phase of Bloor Homes development in Dunstable Living @ The Edge and discovered the government backed scheme FirstBuy which provides financial assistance to first time buyers.

Daniel Pearce explains: "As soon as we heard FirstBuy was available we went to view the development and were amazed to find we could purchase a three bedroom property named the Marham.  Once we stepped inside we knew it was for us and we put down the deposit just two days later."

Daniel continues: "By purchasing a new build property we haven't had to worry about high energy costs due to the good insulation plus there was no need to decorate and we were able to move in straight away!"

The report also highlights those who make it through the front door without reaching a decision tended to have made up their minds by the end of the first viewing. A third of homeowners said that was the case for them. Only 6% of buyers had made it through two viewings before deciding that a property should be their home.

Thoroughly pleased with the move, Daniel concludes: "We are the first out of friends to move out, so we are really enjoying being able to invite people over. So much so, Christmas is at ours this year, so we hope the turkey will be large enough to feed the whole family!"

With the Government backed FirstBuy scheme, an equity loan of up to 20% of the property price is provided meaning the purchaser only needs to arrange a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price plus a 5% deposit. To qualify, the household income must be less than £60,000 a year and the applicant must be unable to finance a property in the area where they currently live or work.  

The homes at Living @ The Edge are all designed differently to suit everyone's own needs and lifestyles. All the houses are finished to a high specification, which is the trademark of the Bloor Homes brand, with prices starting at £139,950 rising to £229,950.

The Marham housetype like Daniel and Karissaís is a popular three bedroomed home with spacious lounge, open-plan kitchen/dining room, and main bathroom. There is an additional en-suite bathroom for the master bedroom, and the property comes with a car port area for parking.

The home also features LED strip cupboard lighting, fitted wardrobes, contemporary chrome fittings, and a fully fitted quality kitchen with integrated fridge/freezer.
Dunstable offers everything you need for an active and well-balanced lifestyle. The town centre offers an abundance of shops, restaurants and a theatre complex, whilst the 188 acres of parkland, gardens, open spaces and pretty scenery of the East Chilterns are all on the doorstep.

For commuters, nearby Luton offers fast rail service to London and Luton Airport is close at hand, whilst there are good transport links to the A5, M1 and A421.

For more information please call the sales office on 01582 664779.

Bloor Homes highlights: a clever mix of sleek furniture and soft furnishings are the key to creating contemporary spaces for first time buyers. This is just what the Euphorium Design Consultancy has achieved at the new Marford show home at both the Living @ The Edge and Hinckley Park developments in Bedfordshire and Leicestershire. They have also designed the new show home at The Lanterns development in Northamptonshire.

Vanessa MacNee, Sales Director of Bloor Homes, comments: "First time buyers often rely on a little help when deciding on their chosen property. Just seeing how it can be decorated and arranged makes all the difference from just an empty house to a home they can picture themselves living in."

The new show home was created by Lorna Jones, Interior Designer at Euphorium Design Consultancy who explains the design concept: "I suggested keeping things simple. I chose a neutral palette and taupe hues with the addition of strong red accents to punctuate it. I let the soft furnishings shine with the colour, such as bright throws and pillows, and matched with contemporary furniture, having a mix of glass/chrome pieces and wenge wood. I used floor standing lights to shine light around the room, whilst a large mirror opened up the space and added a bit of glamour. This overall scheme is both aspirational and achievable, and is what we have created in the show home here especially for first time buyers."

The Marford housetype is a popular home with a spacious lounge leading through to the kitchen/dining area, with a downstairs cloakroom included. French doors open out onto the rear garden and upstairs there are two bedrooms, with the master benefiting from en suite facilities. Parking or a garage are also included.

This great home is available through the Government backed FirstBuy scheme! An equity loan of up to 20% of the property price is provided meaning the purchaser only needs to arrange a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price plus a 5% deposit. To qualify, the household income must be less than £60,000 a year and the applicant must be unable to finance a property in the area where they currently live or work.  

Living @ The Edge, Dunstable, Bedfordshire
                
Located close to the historic market town of Dunstable, Living @ The Edge offers everything you need for an active and well-balanced lifestyle. The town centre offers an abundance of shops, restaurants and a theatre complex, whilst the 188 acres of parkland, gardens, open spaces and pretty scenery of the East Chilterns are all on the doorstep. Also within easy reach is the popular Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Wildlife Park.

For commuters, nearby Luton offers fast rail service to London and Luton Airport is close at hand, whilst there are good transport links to the A5, M1 and A421.

Prices start from £139,950 for the two bedroom apartment, and from £176,950 for a two bedroom Marford design. For more information please call the sales office on 01582 664779.

Hinckley Park, Hinckley, Leicestershire

Situated in the town of Hinckley, the area boasts an historical Saxon past. Not only mentioned in Shakespeare's 'Henry IV part two', but The Battle of Bosworth took place here in 1485 - when Richard III lost his crown to Henry Tudor!

Similar to the neighbouring villages, the bustling high street is a conservation area mirroring the picturesque scenery outside of the urban area. This is home to the village of Market Bosworth.

Other surrounding amenities include the Ashby Canal, where you can hire a narrow boat or enjoy the scenic views on a boat trip. The town is also home to many sporting activities including a non-league football side Hinckley United. There is also Hinckley Rugby Club which plays in national leagues. The summer months allow for the busy cricket season which sees its national team of Hinckley Town Cricket Club play. Hinckley also provides key transportation to the Midlands network with easy rail and road links.

Prices for homes at Hinckley Park start at £141,950 for a two bedroom home and £164,950 for a three bedroom. For further information on the development please call the sales centre on 07752 668426.

The Lanterns, Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire

Irthlingborough, with its wonderful community spirit, is a town that can provide for every day needs with a supermarket and local independent shops, while nearby Wellingborough caters for those looking for high street brands.

For sports enthusiasts, Irthlingborough is home to Rushden and Diamonds FC and the stadium is widely acclaimed as being one of the finest at its level. This stadium is home to a range of facilities and activities such as the great golf studio and study centre for school children.

Located midway between London and Birmingham, East Northamptonshire is central, well connected and cost effective. Kettering, Rushden, Corby and Wellingborough offer excellent road and rail links with St Pancras just 50 minutes away. The A14/45 and M1/M6 provide easy access to many of the major cities.

Prices at The Lanterns start from £128,950. For further sales information please contact the sales office on 01933 650008.

Complete with neutral carpets, curtains, modern light fittings, fully fitted quality kitchens with worktops and matching laminate splashback throughout, the show home offers one lucky purchaser comfort and style.  

Vanessa Macnee, Sales Director of Bloor Homes comments: "Interest in a show home is always high as it alleviates any pressure for purchasers to decorate. This two bedroom apartment is just what first time buyers are looking for, a home that is ready to move into straight away. At a great price and size, it provides an ideal chance to get on the property ladder, especially as this apartment qualifies for the government backed FirstBuy scheme."

"An equity loan of up to 20% of the property price is provided meaning the purchaser only needs to arrange a mortgage for the remainder of the purchase price plus a 5% deposit. To qualify, the household income must be less than £60,000 a year and the applicant must be unable to finance a property in the area where they currently live or work."

The two bedroom property features an open plan kitchen and living area, a bathroom including a modern shower/bath combination, added storage to the main hallway and two generous sized bedrooms which effortlessly fits double beds. Bedroom one even benefits from en suite facilities which are still a much needed luxury for most purchasers.

Located close to the historic market town of Dunstable, Living @ The Edge offers everything you need for an active and well-balanced lifestyle. The town centre offers an abundance of shops, restaurants and a theatre complex, whilst the 188 acres of parkland, gardens, open spaces and pretty scenery of the East Chilterns are all on the doorstep. Also within easy reach is the popular Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Wildlife Park.

For commuters, nearby Luton offers fast rail service to London and Luton Airport is close at hand, whilst there are good transport links to the A5, M1 and A421.

The price for the two bedroom show apartment is £149,950. For more information please call the sales office on 01582 664779

Bloor Homes highlights: With research by the Castle Trust illustrating how house buyers in London need an average of £72,760 to secure a 20% deposit, commuting into London from Dunstable made perfect sense for one couple. Richard and Carly achieved their dream of owning their first property at Bloor's Living @ The Edge development.

Richard explains: "We saw the Marford housetype as a complete shell in July last year and moved in three months later. I commute into London for work as a Graphic Designer and I couldn't imagine trying to get on the property ladder there. It takes me now just over an hour to commute, which I'm happy to do so we can live in this house. It also means we've got the space for whatever the future brings, having two bedrooms makes all the difference for us."

Potential buyers who are looking to purchase a newly built home will be able to take advantage of Bloor Homes new 'Help To Buy' scheme which is now available at the Living @ The Edge development. Under the new initiative, a buyer will be able to take out a mortgage for just 75% of the cost of the property, provided they can put down a 5% deposit. Those who qualify will be eligible for an "equity loan" worth up to 20% of the value of the property, funded by the government, which will be interest free for the first five years.

'Help to Buy' is an expansion of an existing scheme called FirstBuy, which went live in 2011, but the new version is open to those looking to move up the housing ladder, as well as first-time buyers. It also has fewer restrictions than FirstBuy; the maximum property price that will be considered is £600,000 and there is no cap on the maximum amount someone can earn to be eligible.

Richard concludes: "Choosing to live here means we've been able to move into our first home much sooner than we thought and get a much larger property than we thought we could afford! Our Yorkshire terrier, Finley, is really enjoying the garden and we can't wait to host BBQ's in the summer!"

Just like Richard and Carly's, the Marford is a popular two bedroom home with spacious lounge, open-plan kitchen/dining room, and family bathroom. There is an additional en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom, and the property comes with either parking, a car port or a garage.

The home also features LED strip cupboard lighting, fitted wardrobes, contemporary chrome fittings, and a fully fitted quality kitchen with integrated fridge/freezer.

The homes at Living @ The Edge are all designed differently to suit everyone's own needs and lifestyles. All the houses are finished to a high specification, which is the trademark of the Bloor Homes brand, with prices starting at £136,000 (with Help to Buy) for a two bedroom Hatfield.

Dunstable offers everything you need for an active and well-balanced lifestyle. The town centre offers an abundance of shops, restaurants and a theatre complex, whilst the 188 acres of parkland, gardens, open spaces and pretty scenery of the East Chilterns are all on the doorstep.

For commuters, nearby Luton offers fast rail service to London and Luton Airport is close at hand, whilst there are good transport links to the A5, M1 and A421.

For more information please call the sales office on 01582 664779.