New homes at Whitworth Chase

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, DL16 7YG
Affordable Rent, Rent to Buy and Shared Ownership

looking for an energy efficient home in a new community?

This vibrant development built by Linden Homes in Spennymoor is the ideal location for the eco conscious customer, it offers a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom fully off-gas, energy efficient homes.

Alongside bungalows and family homes for affordable rent, we’re offering a range of high quality and energy efficient homes through Rent to Buy and shared ownership.

All of the homes on this development are fitted with air source heat pumps and solar PV panels as standard, providing clean, energy efficient and emission-free heating, hot water, and electricity support to your home.

These options are designed so you can afford to move into the perfect property and enjoy all the benefits of living in a contemporary home in a brilliant location, while keeping your dream of home ownership alive.

So, whether you’re a single buyer, a growing family or need a more accessible home, this could be the place for you.

the location

The charming town of Spennymoor combines the best of town and country living.

Whitworth Chase sits just 9 miles from Durham, and has easy access to the A688, A167, and A1 making it simple to reach Durham, Newcastle, and beyond.

There are a variety of local amenities close by including supermarkets, sports and leisure facilities and schools as well as Whitworth Hall and Deer Park, and scenic walking trails to take advantage of.

the homes

This vibrant development will include two-bedroom bungalows, and two, three and four-bedroom houses.

Each plot has its own private parking and gardens.

And every home will be fitted with Air Source Heat Pumps, solar panels and electric charging points so you can save money on your energy bills and reduce your impact on climate change.

An ASHP takes air from outside, warms it and transfers it to the radiators and hot water cylinder in your home. When installed with insulation it helps reduce the amount of energy needed to keep you warm.

What you need to know:

  • An ASHP keeps the temperature of your home consistent.
  • A typical gas boiler needs replacing every 10 to 15 years. ASHPs can last for more than 20 years.
  • An ASHP can be cheaper to run than an old gas boiler system, and other types of electric or oil heating so could save you money.
  • ASHPs use less energy than traditional boilers, which helps the planet.

Solar panels generate electricity from sunlight. This electricity can be used to power your electrical appliances or heating meaning you will pay for less electricity, which could save money on your electricity bills. Panels are installed on your roof, and the electricity generated can be used straight away. The amount of electricity generated by solar PV depends on the number of panels and the amount of sunlight they receive.

What you need to know:

  • The panels on your roof will help reduce your electricity bills.
  • You will see the benefits on your bills straight away.

helping you get on the property ladder

Rent to Buy is a government scheme that aims to help people in England step on to the housing ladder by offering affordable homes at a 20% discount below market rent for five years. The idea is that with a lower rent, you can save for a deposit to buy your home at the same time.

The believe housing Rent to Buy scheme is designed to help people who can’t currently afford to buy or rent suitable accommodation on the open market, providing them with the future opportunity of owning their own home.

Find out more about the rent to buy schemeĀ here.

Shared ownership is a government-backed scheme that supports people those who can’t yet afford to buy a home outright.

The scheme works by allowing you to buy a percentage share that you can afford of a leasehold home and pay rent on the rest. You will only need to secure a mortgage on the percentage of the home that you purchase meaning your deposit is a lot lower than it would be buying on the open market.

For example, you might buy a 50% share in the property and pay rent to the landlord for the remaining 50%. You may pay monthly ground rent and service charges, for example towards the maintenance of communal areas

The share you can initially buy is usually between 10% and 75%.

As and when your financial circumstances change, you will be able to purchase more shares in your home through ā€˜staircasing’ until you own 100% of your home.

Find out more about shared ownershipĀ here.

Affordable rent is a government-backed scheme that supports those whose needs are not met by the market. Homes are let at below market rent by a registered provider.

The rent, including service charge, is set at up to 80% of the local market rent for an equivalent home.

believe housing’s affordable rent homes are allocated through choice-based lettings partnerships, between the major landlords and local county councils.

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Home styles available

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The Buttercup

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Buttercup

4 bedroom homes

The Daisy

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Daisy

2 bedroom homes

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The Foxglove

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Foxglove

2 bedroom homes

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The Heather

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Heather

3 bedroom homes

The Juneberry

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Juneberry

2 bedroom homes

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The Lily

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Lily

4 bedroom homes

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The Sunflower

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Sunflower

3 bedroom homes

The Violet

Whitworth Chase, Spennymoor, The Violet

3 bedroom homes

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