AN EXCITING COLLECTION OF 2, 3 AND 4 BEDROOM HOMES
Homes designed for modern lifestyles
If you’re searching for a home that delivers spacious, flexible living in picturesque surroundings then Hartsdown Gardens in Margate, on England’s southeast coast deserves a closer look.
Our exciting collection of brand-new houses has something for everyone, from individuals and couples to growing families and retirees. Whether you choose a two, three or four-bedroom home, you can look forward to a contemporary layout offering generous living space where you’re free to live life however you please.
Each stylish home has been completed to a high specification, from the sleek, modern kitchens with integrated appliances. Thanks to abundant storage, and energy-saving technology, you can be confident your new home offers every comfort and convenience while costing less to run.
In terms of location, you couldn’t ask for a better place to put down roots. Margate’s seaside charm and sandy beaches provide the perfect backdrop for modern life, complemented by great local amenities and an easy, direct commute into London.
A great place to live
A new home at Hartsdown Gardens in Margate provides an exceptional coastal living experience. Beautiful beaches and vibrant amenities on the doorstep together with excellent connections into London are just a few of the reasons to make your move here.
Located on Kent’s famous peninsula, the Isle of Thanet, Margate has long enjoyed popularity as a maritime port and more recently, as a holiday destination. Today, it’s a charming mix of seaside kitsch, eclectic attractions and a thriving cultural scene.
Sometimes cited as England’s coolest seaside town, Margate’s traditional delights range from Dreamland’s vintage-style rides to the subterranean Shell Grotto, with acclaimed international art gallery Turner Contemporary alongside boho cafes and retro shops lending an edgy vibe. In the town centre, you will find all the usual high street shops and restaurants together with two notable theatres, while the Grade 2 listed Walpol Bay Tidal Pool plays host to an annual line-up of festivals and events.
Families will be pleased to learn there are Ofsted ‘Good’ rated primary and secondary schools (along with a nursery at Garlinge Primary School) located less than a mile away. In addition, you will be able to benefit from a good choice of local sports facilities, including Margate Cricket Club conveniently sited next to the development and Margate Football club a few minutes walk away.
The Isle of Thanet offers no shortage of attractions and things to do. Westwood Cross Shopping Centre in neighbouring Broadstairs boasts a ten-screen cinema together with restaurants, coffee shops and over fifty retail outlets — perfect for a family outing. However, nature lovers might prefer to explore a coastline rich with unspoilt sandy bays and chalk cliffs, with the more adventurous making for surfers’ paradise Joss Bay. You can even go sea-angling on a boat trip from Ramsgate Harbour — at Hartsdown Gardens, the world really is your oyster!
Margate harbour and the Turner Contemporary art gallery
A place to call home
Margate’s attractive seaside location and excellent transport links make it a highly desirable place to live. For commuters, good road connections into London are available via the M2 and M20. Alternatively, regular direct trains run to London St. Pancras International in 1 hour 25 minutes.
A well-established residential Community with great local amenities, including Asda, Morrisons, Sainsburys and Lidl supermarkets, as well as a good choice of restaurants and pubs.
High-specification and energy-efficient 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes, generously-sized with a contemporary layout that you can adapt to suit your unique lifestyle.
Ideal for commuting to the capital — travel by car via the M2 and M20 or take a train from Margate to London King’s Cross, or Ramsgate to London Victoria.
Great days out include a trip to Westwood Cross Shopping Centre’s ten-screen cinema and fifty-plus stores along with simulator fun at Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum.
Neighbouring Broadstairs offers historic charm and beautiful bays, while the nearby waterfront town of Ramsgate — with its picturesque marina — has a lively cosmopolitan feel.
For families, there are several Ofsted ‘Good’ rated primary and secondary schools as well as a nursery located within a mile of the development.
A healthy, active lifestyle is supported by Margate’s spectacular coastal location, offering everything from cliff-top golf, walks and cycling to surfing and sailing.
A cool seaside destination, Margate’s attractions range from traditional fairground fun at Dreamlands to hipster cafes, boutiques and galleries, and of course sandy beaches!
Dreamland, Margate
Why buy new?
Buying
a brand-new home with Places for People is one of the easiest decisions you’ll ever make. Designed for modern living, with plenty of space to relax, work or entertain, all you need to do is unpack and start making your home your own.
Research by the Home Builders Federation (HBF)* shows that new homes are much more environmentally friendly than older equivalent properties, emitting on average just 1.22 tonnes of carbon a year, compared to the 3.51 tonnes that existing properties emit.
At Places for People, we design and build our homes to maximise energy efficiency, using energy-saving lighting, eco-appliances and water-saving devices as well as excellent insulation to reduce your carbon footprint and keep your utility costs down. Our homes are rated from A to C.
compared to owners of older properties, saving them a total of £780. Buyers of new-build houses save even more at around £979 annually.
When you buy your new Places for People home, our experienced sales team will be with you every step of the way to guide you through the home-buying process. Our homes also benefit from a 10-year insurance-backed warranty, meaning you can move in with peace of mind (without the worry of expensive structural repairs) and simply enjoy the thrill of turning a blank canvas into your dream home.
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Buying a new home can be good for your bank balance too. The HBF calculates that buyers of new homes pay on average 50% less a year for their heating, hot water and lighting costs
Plus — you and your new neighbours are all getting to build a new Community together what’s not to love?
*Home Builders Federation Watt a Save report Jan 2025.
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Margate Train Station
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Margate Beach
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Sustainable living for less
When you buy new with us, you can look forward to all the benefits of an energy and cost-efficient home without having to compromise on comfort or quality. Designed and
Car charging points One for every house, encouraging greener travel.
Forward-thinking fabric design
Our well-insulated homes are designed to maximise energy efficiency and reduce running costs, now and in the future.
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Energy-efficient lighting LED light fittings and bulbs lower energy use as well as your bills.
Water-saving devices
Our kitchen and bathroom fittings save both water and money.
At Hartsdown Gardens, you can enjoy a more comfortable home that costs less to run, with everything you need close by.
Eco-appliances
Most of our fitted appliances are A rated so cheaper to run.
Seasonally efficient
Our homes reduce the risk of overheating in the warmer months.
Double glazed windows
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When you buy a home from Places for People, you know you’re in safe hands…
What we do
We are a property developer and manager with a proven track record for delivering high-quality homes in thriving Communities right across the UK. With us, you can look forward to outstanding quality and service, because we handle the whole development process — from acquiring the land, planning our sites and designing our homes, to building and selling or renting them.
As the UK’s leading Social Enterprise, our overriding purpose is to create homes where Community matters. From small housing developments to large-scale regeneration projects, we tailor our homes to the needs of local People, take responsibility for our environmental impact, and put People First to build a sense of Community.
Our approach
With more than 50 years’ experience of managing and developing homes, we know what it takes to build happy, healthy and inclusive places to live.
All our Communities are delivered by our award-winning, specialist placemaking, property investment and management companies across the UK, who ensure the places we create meet a variety of needs, not just now but well into the future. Where others think in years, we think in decades.
What makes us different
We believe our homes should be attainable for everyone, which is why we offer a wide range of buying options, including shared ownership. So, whether you’re taking your first step onto the property ladder or looking for your forever home, there’s a place to suit your individual needs.
We listen to our Customers too — and give them what they ask for: bright, spacious homes with flexible living areas that easily adapt to work or play, plenty of storage and that all-important private outdoor space. In our well-connected Communities, you’ll have all the services and facilities you need on your doorstep — from shops, restaurants, schools and healthcare to beautiful green open spaces offering a natural retreat from the busyness of modern life.
Because when you buy from us, you’re not just buying a home — you’re buying into a Community; a place where you can belong, build connections and put down roots to last a lifetime.
Aerial image of Brooklands — Milton Keynes
Get expert advice
The first step is to get in touch with our Sales team. We’ll talk you through the Shared Ownership process and either refer you for an affordability assessment or arrange for you to visit.
steps to secure your dream home
Here’s what your Shared Ownership home buying journey looks like...
Determine
your budget
We will ask you to complete an affordability assessment with an Advisor, which includes filling in a 5-year budget planner to determine the level of share you can purchase.
Apply for a mortgage
If you’re purchasing your new home with a mortgage, your affordability assessment is also when you will arrange with your mortgage lender or Advisor to proceed with your Shared Ownership mortgage application.
Exchange contracts
This is when things become official! Once you’re happy with the legal contracts, you can sign them, pay your deposit and receive a completion date to move into your new Shared Ownership home.
Purchasing a Places for People home with Shared Ownership has never been easier. Whether you’re buying for the first time or you’ve owned a property before, we’ve kept things simple so you’re free to enjoy this next exciting phase.
From the moment you get in touch to that exhilarating day when you pick up your keys (and even after you’ve settled in), our friendly, experienced Sales team will be right by your side, supporting and guiding you every step of the way.
Attend a home demonstration
Before completing, we’ll arrange for you to attend your new home demonstration and access your Home User Guide, so you can get to know your Shared Ownership home and understand how everything works.
Start things moving
When you visit, we will check you meet the scheme’s eligibility and affordability criteria. First and foremost is that your household income needs to be under £80,000 a year (£90,000 in London).
Reserve your home
Once your finances are in place, you can formally reserve one of our Shared Ownership properties and pay your reservation fee! Our team will continue to guide you through the process.
Instruct a solicitor
Now you’ve reserved your new home, you’ll need to instruct a solicitor experienced in Shared Ownership to handle the legal aspects of the purchase. We can refer you to independent solicitors if needed.
Get ready to move
Now is the time to organise contents insurance, arrange removals quotes and set up or transfer accounts for TV, internet and utilities suppliers ready for when you change address.
Legal completion is that happy moment when you own a share of your new home! Your mortgage lender transfers the funds, we arrange handover of your keys and you start living life your way! 2 4 6 8 10 1 3 5
Complete and move in
“Everyone I’ve dealt with at Places for People has been so friendly and gone out of their way to help, no matter what your query. They’ve been brilliant and have kept in constant touch with us throughout.”
“We already loved the area so it only took us five minutes to decide this was the home for us! It’s so convenient here; we’re close to work and we have beautiful walks and a café on our doorstep.”
