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Welcome to The Old Works The Project Phase One Birch House Floor Plans
Floor Plans Studio Floor Plans One Bed
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Floor Plans Two Bed Specification
The Location The Location Site Plan London Borough Property Market
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Transport Connectivity The Economy Buckinghamshire Academic Excellence Lifestyle
Shops & Leisure Development Features
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How To Purchase Contact
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Welcome To The Old Works The Old Works offers a dynamic collection of new-build studio, one and two bedroom apartments in a prime central High Wycombe position. Its attractive location amongst excellent local amenities and superb transport links, places The Old Works as a premium new home. When complete, The Old Works will boast 228 high specification apartments as well as commercial space. At the heart of the town centre and just a short walk from Bucks New University, it will become a fundamental development in High Wycombe, adding to the rich and diverse architecture that surrounds the newly redeveloped High Wycombe town centre. Only a mile away from High Wycombe Station with direct links to London, The Old Works will make the perfect home for any commuting professional. Locations like High Wycombe are few and far between; an area that allows you to experience all of the benefits of the UK’s capital (in 30 minutes via train) whilst paying considerably less for the price of a property.
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The Project MCR Homes is delighted to bring a combination of 228 new build and boutique conversion apartments to High Wycombe town centre. Situated at the heart of a commuter town outside the UK’s capital has made High Wycombe an ever-increasingly popular place to live with rising housing demands. Homeowners can choose from an appealing mix of accommodation, thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of young professional purchasers. MCR Homes has teamed up with Child Graddon Lewis (CGL) Architects to provide a choice of 78 Studio and 79 One bedroom and 71 Two bedroom apartments. In addition, home-buyers will have the option to purchase an interior furniture package, provided by furniture specialists, David Phillips. The package can be specifically tailored to meet your requirements - making your dream home become a reality.
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Phase One BIRCH HOUSE Phase One of The Old Works will bring to the market 128 spectacular new build apartments. Situated around an exquisitely designed central courtyard, providing a fusion of Victorian industrial architecture and modern luxury. The first phase of The Old Works is designed to complement the picturesque William Birch Warehouse, paying respect to the heritage of such a historical building. The apartment will feature open plan living spaces, clever storage, luxurious finishes suited for contemporary living. Throughout the development design process every emphasis has been made on functionality whilst also creating a stylish finish.
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Bishop House Phase 1 De Havilland Phase 2
Birch House Phase 1 Williams Lodge Phase 3
Leigh Street
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FLOOR PLAN
*All plans are based on concepts provided by the architect and developer, are indicative only and are subject to change.
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Floorplans Duplex Example Duplex Size: 398 sq ft/ 37 sq m Under development, the high-end Duplex apartments in The Old Works will provide spacious living quarters with plenty of natural lighting – perfect for first-time buyers or young professionals. All apartments will have a compact but well thought out kitchen and bathroom finished with impeccable fittings.
*All plans are based on concepts provided by the architect and developer, are indicative only and are subject to change.
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Disclaimer: Computer generated images for illustrative purposes only.
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Floorplans one bedroom Example One-Bedroom Size: 484 sq ft/ 45 sq m When complete, the bright and spacious One Bedroom apartments in both the prestigious conversion building and new build phases will all be finished to a high-specification. The kitchens will come with fully fitted modern high-gloss kitchen with the benefit of fully integrated appliances. The excellent open-plan living space is accompanied by a separate contemporary bathroom.
*All plans are based on concepts provided by the architect and developer, are indicative only and are subject to change.
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Floorplans Two bedroom Example Two-Bedroom Size: 721 sq ft/ 67 sq m There are numerous Two Bedroom apartments available across The Old Works, a number of which are duplexes. The generously sized apartments offer neutral décor and an impactful living room. The larger of the two bedrooms boasts an ensuite bathroom with fully tiled walls.
*All plans are based on concepts provided by the architect and developer, are indicative only and are subject to change.
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Bathroom Specification • Shower with Fully Glazed Enclosure • Chrome Shower Mixer Tap
Kitchen Specification
• White Bath with Chrome Shower Mixer Tap • White Wash Hand Basin • White Semi-Pedestal Toilet • Fully Tiled Porcelain Walls and Floors • Grey Ceramic Floor Tiling • Heated Towel Rail
• Stone Worktop • Two Tone High Gloss Handleless Units • Matrix Stainless Steel Four Function Single Oven • Matrix Frameless Ceramic Hob • Matrix Pyramid Design Chimney Extractor Hood • Integrated Fridge Freezer • Integrated Washer Dryer • Slimline Integrated Dishwasher • Stainless Steel 1L Sink Bowl • Single Lever Tall Kitchen Sink Mixer Tap
Disclaimer: The specification above is accurate at time of print. The developer reserves the right to alter the outlined specification for any reason. Changes could be due to, but are not limited to; supplier availability, work flow efficiency and layout alterations. Replacements will be made with that of similar.
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Other Features • Pre-wired for Broadband and Sky/Virgin Connectivity • Chrome LED Downlight Fittings • UPVC Double Glazed Windows • Aluminium Double Glazed Security External Doors • Wall Mounted Electric Convector Heater with Thermostatic Control • Security Flat Entrance Doors • Electric Hot Water Cylinder • Main Wired Fire Detection System • Laminate Wood Flooring In Living Area • All Bedrooms Fully Carpeted
Disclaimer: Computer generated images for illustrative purposes only.
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The Location High Wycombe
With a bustling atmosphere, great retail experience together with unique cultural and heritage events as well as plenty of attractions, you will always discover a great deal of entertainment on offer. Halfway between London and Oxford, High Wycombe is very well connected and accessible to multiple locations with excellent transport links. Located in the South East of England, the town has direct access to the motorway network, fast rail links to London and Birmingham and is within close proximity to Heathrow airport. Explore the outstanding countryside, three quarters of which is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. High Wycombe hosts the popular Wycombe Swan theatre and Eden shopping centre, as well as many other leisure and entertainment options. The vibrant market towns of Marlow on the River Thames and Princes Risborough bordering the Chiltern Hills are also fantastic places to browse among the shops and stop for something to eat or drink.
The education and learning provision within the district is excellent. A state education service where pupils regularly achieve well above the national average at all levels is complemented by esteemed further and higher education establishments and a highly regarded university. The district is an excellent place for existing and new businesses to prosper, endorsed by major companies who have their headquarters locally located. Historically the area was the centre of Britain’s furniture industry. While that continues today, other employment sectors have since emerged and thrived, making the district one of the most entrepreneurial places in the country. The Wycombe district is considered not only a fantastic place to work but also a great place to live, visit and explore.
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Set on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, in the beautiful county of Buckinghamshire, High Wycombe is a thriving market town and the ideal location for those who enjoy a mix of old and new
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Eden Shopping Centre High Wycombe Station
Wycombe Hospital
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Residing in the heart of High Wycombe town centre, The Old Works is perfectly placed to enjoy the advantages of great amenities, parks, fantastic connectivity and surrounding stunning landscapes. Stepping outside of the development, you’ll find a diverse mix of local establishments, bustling bars and cafes that reflect the tranquil yet youthful atmosphere of the town.
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Aside from the magnificent Eden Shopping Centre, the thriving market town has a lively centre, anchored by vast entertainment facilities and well-known high street brands. Equally, High Wycombe has an extensive choice of restaurants within a short walk from The Old Works.
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House Prices in London’s commuter belt areas continue to rise on an upward trajectory providing huge potential for capital growth. According to research the average cost of a property in London's traditional inner commuter belt (in towns such as Woking, Sevenoaks and St Albans) has rocketed 313 per cent over the past 20 years, during the same period, the recently considered and discounted, outer London commuter belt area has increased by a marginal 9.7 per cent (FT Adviser, 2018). In the past year house prices in High Wycombe were 5 per cent up on the year before and 20 per cent up on 2015 when property prices averaged at £286,297. (Rightmove, April 2018) The town was ranked in the Top 10 Commuter Hotspots by TotallyMoney out of 116 commuter towns with the second highest satisfaction level. The report which analyses factors such as journey time, average house price, season ticket cost and life satisfaction, frequently ranks the town within the Top 10. (‘Top 10 Commuter Hotspots’ by TotallyMoney)
CBRE conducted a Commuter Town Report in 2017 ranking High Wycombe as the third most undervalued commuter location. “Establishing that price is not the only factor in a house purchase, the relationship between
a high desirability score and a lower-than-average purchase price might be the ‘sweet spot’ for many home buyers and movers. Therefore, what is of most meaning, is which locations might be exceptionally ‘undervalued’, as this means there is potential for future growth as price and desirability align.” (Commuter Town Report, CBRE 2017) The unwelcomed ‘£5k club’ is something that an increasing amount of Londoners are experiencing as they are having to reluctantly pay £5,000, sometimes even more, for a train season ticket per year. By choosing to live in a more suburban area, however, people could reduce their travel costs by over a half. With soaring living costs and propety prices, Londoners are making serious lifestyle changes in order to save for a property. In recent years, this has put a spotlight on possible commuting towns as Londoners migrate for a better standard of living.
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Transport Connectivity
High Wycombe is a remarkably well connected town, with excellent transport links available by road, rail and air. The town sits alongside the M40 Motorway, a short distance northwest of London. Making the capital easily accessible as well as the M25 Motorway that leads to many other parts of the South East. Rail links to London are fantastic, with services to Marylebone station taking around 30 minutes from High Wycombe. In the opposite direction, regular services run to Oxford and last approximately an hour. Other cities that are on the Chiltern Main Line and are well served from High Wycombe include Birmingham and Aylesbury. Heathrow, the UK's largest airport, is just 22 minutes by car, making it incredibly easy for High Wycombe residents to fly overseas for business or leisure purposes. The town itself is served by buses from the central bus station, as well as buses to nearby locations including Maidenhead, Heathrow Airport and Reading.
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Buckinghamshire has a strong economy with over 31,800 businesses and has been valued at a GVA of £15.5Bn between 2016-2017. At £55,000 per head, the economic output of the working age population is 12 per cent higher than the UK national average. Home to an expertly skilled workforce, high numbers of residents are educated to degree level (48 per cent relative to the Great Britain average of 38 per cent); a high proportion of wellpaid directors, senior managers and professionals (57 per cent relative to 45 per cent for the UK). (SDG Economic Development 2017)
High Wycombe is just a 25 minute train journey from Marylebone station and for the first time in 100 years the town now has a direct rail connection to Oxford and
Birmingham. It is the traditional gateway to the Thames Valley and a university town with a strong base in the creative and digital business sectors. Buckinghamshire stands on the cusp of a programme of growth, which will likely see in the region of 50,000 new homes created between now and 2033. In addition, a significant number of national infrastructure schemes (including the potential impact of Heathrow Airport, Crossrail, HS2, Western Access to Heathrow, The Oxford to Cambridge Expressway; East West Rail) are forecast to impact on the locality. Experian forecasts suggest that Buckinghamshire’s population will grow by 14.8 per cent between 2013 and 2033, ranking High Wycombe the 12th fastest growing LEP area in the country. (www.BTVLEP.co.uk)
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Academic Excellence Bucks New University’s High Wycombe campus is home to just under 10,000 university students, located just a short walk away from The Old Works. Over the past ten years or so a magnificent £100 million has been invested into the university facilities. The recently built flagship building known as The Gateway, is a state-ofthe-art complex that hosts media production studios, a library and gym all under one roof. Buckinghamshire itself is one of the leading local authorities in the UK for school results, with pupils achieving higher than average results. 100% of pupils achieve expected levels in Maths and English at over 10 schools, with the most-sought after options in High Wycombe including Royal Grammar School (Boys), Wycombe High School (Girls) and John Hampden Grammar School. All who are ranked ‘Outstanding’ and are rated as amongst the best in the country. Secondary schools also fare well. (One Dome, 2018)
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Enjoy the local green space at The Rye, located in the town centre of High Wycombe, a short walk from the High Street. The park covers an area of more than 53 acres and is the second largest park in the district. At one end of the park is the Lido, an outdoor swimming pool open in the summer and public tennis courts. At the back of the park there is a stretch of water called the Dyke where you can hire boats. For fitness lovers, the £25 million Wycombe Leisure Centre boasts a 150-station gym, 50m swimming pool and 12-court sports hall. There’s also a number of other gyms nearby to suit all tastes including Anytime Fitness, David Lloyd and GymFit4Less. For sports fans, Wycombe Wanderers play their League Two Football home matches at Adams Park, just over a mile from The Old Works. If you’re looking for entertainment, the Wycombe Swan Theatre presents some of the best music, theatre and comedy in the country with high-quality programming. The thriving entertainment complex is within the heart of High Wycombe town centre.
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Shops & Leisure With the country’s capital on your doorstep, it’s hard to believe that High Wycombe could offer shopping that would tempt even the most ardent shopper to stay local. The town offers shoppers a busy high street and two shopping centres – the Chilterns and the recently redeveloped Eden Centre – meaning locals are well provided for with high-street chains and international brands. The latter covers a vast 805,000 square feet and is home to over 100 shops, including M&S, House of Fraser and New Look, as well as a bowling alley and a multi-screen cinema.
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As for dining out, High Wycombe offers endless choices to suit all tastes. There is a good selection of high street favourites and independent restaurants to be found, with locals regularly flocking to eateries such as Grillers, Bluegrass BBQ Smokehouse and Bombay Palace. Not forgetting the collection of traditional pubs including The Dashwood Arms and The Green Dragon.
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Development Features Just a 30 Minute Train Journey to London
Three Phase Development
Close to Wycombe Train Station
High-specification New-build Apartments
Plenty of Local Amenities including Shops & Hospitals
Bucks New University Nearby Home to Over 8,000 Students
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There are several important factors that must be taken into account before you purchase; none more important than whether you can actually afford to do so.
How To PURCHASE
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CHOOSE A PROPERTY The next step is to choose a unit(s) within a specific development. You’ve organised your finances and researched the local market, now it’s time to make a move and turn your ambition into action.
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This stage is reached once your solicitor is satisfied with the contract, mortgage has been formalised and the deposit has been paid. Once contracts are exchanged, purchasers become legally obliged to purchase the unit and we are legally bound to sell it to you.
Firstly, speak to JNP’s specialist New Build Mortgage Consultant who can help work out your Help to Buy affordability if required and how much of the deposit you are able to put together. If you are not a cash-buyer, take a look at what mortgages are available to you; at MCR Homes we work with a trusted network of financial advisors that can assist you throughout the mortgaging process.
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How much are you willing to spend on your property? This could be dependent on how much of a deposit you can raise.
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RESERVE AN APARTMENT You will be asked to make just a £1,000 deposit payment which, once paid, will result in the property being taken off the market.
FINAL ARRANGEMENTS AND NEGOTIATIONS This is where the nuances of your purchase will be finalised. You’ll need to make arrangements as appropriate for the supply of; electricity, gas, water, telephone and internet services. Connell’s are able to assist in finding a tenant to occupy your new property, ensuring that you are able to see quick returns with a minimal void period.
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ARRANGE A MORTGAGE If you’re going about your purchase in the correct manner, you should already have a mortgage in principle (assuming you’re not a cash buyer). You will have spoken to a trusted financial advisors and are well aware of your mortgaging options.
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The completion day is when you transfer final payment for the property and acquire legal ownership.
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Contact Us JNP 27 Crendon Street, High Wycombe, HP13 6LJ www.jnp.co.uk/new-homes 01494 521 222 newhomes@jnp.co.uk
Disclaimer: We have done our very best to provide information to you that is accurate and honest at the time of print. The information should not be relied upon as a basis to enter into any contractual purchase commitment. Given the nature of any off plan development, the images have been computer generated and are for indicative and illustrative purposes only. The specification included may change during the course of the construction period and could be subject to market conditions, such as availability of materials. If there is anything you are uncertain about, please raise a query in writing with your solicitor.
