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The Paddocks

Cressing CM77 8JE

4 bed homes from £534,995

Vanessa & Pamela

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Welcome to The Paddocks near Braintree

Don't miss this opportunity: up to £15,000 Incentive on a new home!*

Reserve your home by December 2024 and you’ll receive up to £15,000 to help with your move. Providing you the perfect opportunity to truly make your new home feel like a dream come true. Whether you need a boost with your deposit, or help with stamp duty fees*

Ideally located in Cressing, a charming village between Braintree and Witham, The Paddocks, offer a superb collection of 3, 4 & 5 bedroom, traditional-style new homes.

Designed with community in mind, these new homes near Braintree benefit from natural surroundings. As you step out of your new home, you'll be free to wander the informal, tree-lined avenue which wraps around the development. Our new houses for sale also benefit from abundant green spaces, a new village green and an exciting play area.

Living at one of our new build homes in The Paddocks means you couldn't be better placed for commuting. Nearby Cressing and mainline Witham train stations offer direct access to London in under an hour, while Stansted Airport is just 19 miles away. For those travelling by road, the A12, A120 and M11 are all close by and provide easy access to Witham, Chelmsford, Brentwood and the M25.


Why buy at The Paddocks?

  • A tranquil parkland development, with open space to explore

  • Close to Braintree Town Centre

  • Easy access to the A120 and A12
  • Under 10 minutes to Braintree Train Station

  • Fantastic local schools, including an adjacent primary school

  • Full of energy efficient technologies designed to save you thousands 

  • New 3 - 5 bed homes near Braintree
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Up to £15,300 to spend your way and benefit from stamp duty savings!

Make your move now with up to £15,300* incentive to use however you wish, PLUS if you move before March 31st you could save thousands on Stamp Duty. Speak to our sales team today!

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Why buy at The Paddocks?

  • A tranquil parkland development, with open space to explore

  • Close to Braintree Town Centre

  • Easy access to the A120 and A12
  • Under 10 minutes to Braintree Train Station

  • Fantastic local schools, including an adjacent primary school

  • Full of energy efficient technologies designed to save you thousands 

  • New 3 - 5 bed homes near Braintree

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SAVING YOU MONEY

Saving you money

According to the Home Builders Federation, on average, energy bills for new build homes are up to 65% cheaper. When compared to older properties, the average monthly saving on energy bills for a new build property currently stands at £130, totalling up to £1,574 per year. Those that buy a new build house specifically see even greater annual savings of £1,980.

*Source HBF Watt a Save report

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GREEN MORTGAGES

Green Mortgages

By buying a new energy efficient Countryside Home you could take advantage of exclusive ‘Green’ mortgage products. A mortgage lender could offer lower interest rates on properties that carry an energy performance certificate or a predicted energy assessment rating of A – C. Think of it as a reward for buyers who are purchasing an energy efficient home. All our standard homes have a rating of A or B so this type of mortgage may be ideal if you are looking to purchase a new build home.

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KEEPING YOU COSY

Keeping you cosy

Unlike older properties, our homes come with high efficiency double glazing as standard, letting plenty of light and warmth in while minimising heat loss and reducing the amount of noise you’ll hear within your home. Not only do they keep you cosy they also reduce the amount of external noise that you’ll hear within your home.

Additional roof and floor insulation are among the other unseen features included with our homes that will help reduce the costs of keeping your home warm in the winter months, while also keeping you cool in the summer.

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REDUCING WATER USAGE

Reducing water usage

Our kitchens and bathrooms incorporate water saving measures, without compromising on style or functionality.

These features mean our homes use up to 20% less water* than the UK average. Our taps and showers use aerated technology to provide the feeling of a strong flow, whilst using less water. Plus, our dual low flush toilets use the minimum amount of water to ensure less waste.

*Average Countryside home uses 100-110 litres/person/day compared to UK average of 140 litres/person/day according to the Energy Savings Trust

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SAVING YOU MONEY

GREEN MORTGAGES

KEEPING YOU COSY

REDUCING WATER USAGE

Saving you money

According to the Home Builders Federation, on average, energy bills for new build homes are up to 65% cheaper. When compared to older properties, the average monthly saving on energy bills for a new build property currently stands at £130, totalling up to £1,574 per year. Those that buy a new build house specifically see even greater annual savings of £1,980.

*Source HBF Watt a Save report.

Green Mortgages

By buying a new energy efficient Countryside Home you could take advantage of exclusive ‘Green’ mortgage products. A mortgage lender could offer lower interest rates on properties that carry an energy performance certificate or a predicted energy assessment rating of A – C. Think of it as a reward for buyers who are purchasing an energy efficient home. All our standard homes have a rating of A or B so this type of mortgage may be ideal if you are looking to purchase a new build home.

Keeping you cosy

Unlike older properties, our homes come with high efficiency double glazing as standard, letting plenty of light and warmth in while minimising heat loss and reducing the amount of noise you’ll hear within your home. Not only do they keep you cosy they also reduce the amount of external noise that you’ll hear within your home.

Additional roof and floor insulation are among the other unseen features included with our homes that will help reduce the costs of keeping your home warm in the winter months, while also keeping you cool in the summer.

Reducing water usage

Our kitchens and bathrooms incorporate water saving measures, without compromising on style or functionality.

These features mean our homes use up to 20% less water* than the UK average. Our taps and showers use aerated technology to provide the feeling of a strong flow, whilst using less water. Plus, our dual low flush toilets use the minimum amount of water to ensure less waste.

*Average Countryside home uses 100-110 litres/person/day compared to UK average of 140 litres/person/day according to the Energy Savings Trust

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Ideally located in a village setting between Braintree and Witham

Our new homes for sale are in Braintree, one of the largest towns in Essex – so there is a plethora of leisure, retail and culinary offerings to keep you entertained. The popular George Yard Shopping Centre and well-populated high street play host to a selection of shops for everyday amenities, including a Boots Pharmacy and Costa Coffee. For the weekly food shop, choose between Tesco, Sainsbury’s or Lidl – all located in the town centre. Buying a new home in Braintree is also perfect for a designer shopping experience. At Braintree Village shopping outlet, you'll find 75 premium brands including Kurt Geiger, Reiss and Ralph Lauren.

Families in Braintree can choose from a range of first-class education options, including St Francis Catholic Primary School and Notley Green Primary School – both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.



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Smooth Move

Take the stress out of selling with our Smooth Move scheme where we’ll help you sell your current home.

Deposit Assist

When your friends or family contribute a minimum of 5% to your deposit for a new Countryside Home, we’ll say thanks to them and help you with your moving costs.

Own New

We’ve partnered with Own New to offer Rate Reducer, enabling first time buyers and home movers to access more affordable mortgage rates when buying a new Countryside home.

Smooth Move

Take the stress out of selling with our Smooth Move scheme where we’ll help you sell your current home.

Deposit Assist

When your friends or family contribute a minimum of 5% to your deposit for a new Countryside Home, we’ll say thanks to them and help you with your moving costs.

Own New

We’ve partnered with Own New to offer Rate Reducer, enabling first time buyers and home movers to access more affordable mortgage rates when buying a new Countryside home.

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The Paddocks

Cressing CM77 8JE

Vanessa & Pamela

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The site plan which can be found on this page, has been produced for home identification purposes only and is not to scale. The development layout, landscaping and tenure of all dwellings may be subject to change throughout the course of the development. Finishes and materials may vary from those shown on the plan. Please check the details of your chosen plot and house type with the sales consultant. Development layout plan correct at time of production.

**Stamp duty paid or contribution is on selected plots only. Value varies dependent on plot and development and is subject to terms and conditions. Stamp Duty Paid is only available on single stamp duty and not available on second properties. Value varies dependant on plot and development. Please speak to a sales consultant for more information. 

*Offer available on selected plots only for a limited time. Offer may be withdrawn or extended at any time and reservation must be taken on or before 31.12.2024 (or such other date as may be communicated in writing). With legal completion on or before 30.06.2025. Cannot be exchanged for cash. Subject to lender’s approval. This offer is not to be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, promotion or scheme. Maximum cash incentive cannot exceed 5% of the property purchase price. To take advantage of this offer you must claim before reserving a property from us. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it. Subject to individual lender terms and conditions. Our usual reservation and sales terms and conditions also apply. Please speak to one of our sales consultants for more details. 68% energy saving figure Data from the Home Builders Federation and YouGov.

Smooth Move is available on selected new Countryside Homes only. Acceptance is at our sole discretion. We reserve the right to refuse to agree to Smooth Move and we are under no obligation to give reasons why. We will instruct local estate agents to undertake an independent valuation and marketing advice for your current home before we make you a proposal on a marketing price for your home. The realistic sale price may be lower than an initial marketing price and is based on a sale within a specified timescale fixed by us. You have the final say at the price at which the property is marketed, but Smooth Move will not be available if the price at which you wish to market your current home is higher than we think is realistic or the timescale is too long. You must agree: 1. No party is currently negotiating to purchase your current home 2. No introduction has already been made by another party 3. Not to instruct another estate agent to sell your current home. You may need to leave a full set of keys and agree to access accompanied viewings for potential buyers with the appointed estate agents. You agree that Countryside Homes will determine which estate agent is instructed and the terms of that appointment. It is not guaranteed that a buyer will be found for your current home or that any buyer will be willing to pay the price you want. Countryside Homes may continue to market your chosen Countryside home and reserves the right to take a reservation on this home until the sale of your current home to a third party is agreed and you pay the reservation fee on your chosen Countryside home. In this case, if available, an alternative home may be offered, but there is no obligation on either party to proceed with Smooth Move. Any sale of your current home to a third-party buyer is at a price approved by you. A reservation fee is payable to Countryside Homes for the purchase of your chosen Countryside home at the agreed price, when you agree a sale on your current home. You agree only to confirm agreement of sale with a purchaser who can achieve an exchange within 35 days and who has been financially qualified to proceed with the purchase of your current home. On the simultaneous legal completion of the sale of your current home and the purchase of your new Countryside home, we will pay the estate agents fees. Please note your buyer could cancel prior to legal exchange of contracts for the sale of your current home. In this instance, Countryside Homes retains the right to cancel the purchase of your chosen home and retain the agreed proportion of the reservation fee in accordance with your reservation agreement. We reserve the right to withdraw Smooth Move if an acceptable buyer is not found within the specified period. Should we secure a purchaser for your current home on your behalf and you do not proceed to purchase a Countryside home, you may be liable to pay all Estate Agent fees. Reservation fees may vary dependent upon the location of your new Countryside home. An upfront fee of £500 is required, all of which is refundable against the reservation fee and purchase price of your new Countryside home. If you choose not to purchase, Countryside Homes will retain up to fifty percent of the fee to cover reasonable administrative and other costs incurred in processing and holding the reservation. Smooth Move is available on selected plots only.

#Deposit Assist is available on selected homes at participating developments. Evidence of a minimum 5% deposit contribution must be confirmed by mortgage broker/legal adviser at point of reservation and presented to sales consultant. £2,000* will be paid to contributor after purchaser has legally completed on their purchase. Only one contributor per reservation. £5,000** will be made available as a cashback to purchaser on legal completion. Scheme cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount, promotion or scheme and conditional on paying full asking price unless otherwise stated. Subject to lender approval. Offer may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Countryside Homes do not offer mortgage advice, any financial advice should be obtained from a mortgage advisor or lender. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it. To take advantage of this offer you must claim before reserving a property from us and before any other discount is applied. Subject to individual lender terms and conditions. Not applicable to second home owners or investor purchasers. Our usual reservations and sales terms and conditions also apply. Please speak to one of our sales consultants for more details.

₸Own New Rate Reducer is only available on selected new build homes at participating developments. Speak to a Countryside Homes local sales consultant for more information. The Own New Rate Reducer scheme cannot be combined with other offers or scheme. Participating lenders only. Own New Rate Reducer is available at the lender’s discretion. Mortgages up to a maximum value of £1,000,000 only. Rate reduction is for the fixed, introductory period of the mortgage only (usually 2, 3 or 5 years but this will depend on your individual mortgage). Your interest rate and mortgage payments will increase after the fixed, introductory period – please consult your independent financial advisor and/or your lender. See ownnew.co.uk for more information about the Own New Rate Reducer scheme. Countryside Homes is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and cannot offer mortgage advice. Independent financial advice must be sought from a regulated mortgage broker to access this scheme. You should confirm with your independent financial advisor that the Own New Rate Reducer Scheme, and any mortgage deal available with the benefit of the scheme, is suitable for you, in your individual circumstances. The Own New Rate Reducer Scheme is an independent third party scheme. If you are eligible for the scheme, then Countryside Homes will make a cash payment after completion of typically from 3% of the purchase price of the property to Own New, which will be passed onto the relevant participating lender (after deduction of Own New's commission) so that they can offer a mortgage product at a rate that is subsidised from their usual product range. Rate reductions, rates and savings are subject to availability of the Own New scheme. Any rates or savings quoted are examples provided for illustration only and you should not rely on them. The actual reduction, rate and saving you achieve will depend on your individual mortgage offer. References to reductions and any example rates and savings are as compared to the same mortgage without use of the Own New scheme over the fixed, introductory period of the mortgage. Mortgage offers will be made at the lender’s discretion and in line with lender’s criteria. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP WITH REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT. Terms and conditions apply https://ownnew.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/

References to “we”, “us” or “our” are to the part of the Vistry Group (including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, Countryside Homes or one of Vistry’s joint venture companies) from which you are intending to purchase a new home. References to "you” and “your” are to the prospective buyer or buyers of a new home from us.

All images are used for illustrative purposes only and are representative only. They may not be the same as the actual home you purchase and the specification may differ. Images may be of a slightly different model of home and may include optional upgrades and extras which involve additional cost. Individual features such as windows, brick, carpets, paint and other material colours may vary and also the specification of fittings may vary. Any furnishings and furniture are not included in any sale. Please check with our sales consultants for details of the exact specifications available at the development(s) for each type of home and the associated prices.