South East

The South East has many popular cities and towns, making it a great place to buy a new home. Some iconic landmarks can be found here, including the White Cliffs of Dover and the New Forest. With a vibrant mix of locations throughout, this region has something for everyone.

New homes in the South East

Choose from golden Oxford, colourful Brighton or naval Portsmouth to name a few. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly town, a quiet village or a vibrant city, we’ll help find your new home.

Living in South East

Famous landmarks

Some of the country’s best-known landmarks and attractions are in the South East. Starting with historic and heritage sites, there’s the royal Windsor Castle, Dover Castle, Blenheim and Hampton Court Palaces, and Highclere Castle - one for Downton Abbey fans.

For those looking for a little more active, your new home will provide close access to some of the most beautiful landscapes to explore. The Southdowns Way is a coastal walk starting from Winchester and includes the iconic chalky cliffs of the Severn Sisters. If you’re in Sussex, download the Sussex Walk app and you’ll find ten walks in and around Brighton, featuring Devil’s Dyke. Literature lovers can fully immerse themselves in the Regency era with Jane Austen’s Circular Walk in Hampshire.

Careers and education

The Universities of Cambridge and Oxford are world-renowned, or you can also choose from Reading, Southampton, Plymouth and Kent universities. . Colleges like Brighton and Winchester are also prestigious, and there are plenty of high-performing schools throughout the region, too.

The region is considered to be an economic powerhouse, with logistics, energy, digital and manufacturing just some of its thriving industries. Reading & Thames Valley is the headquarters of well-known businesses, while the Cambridge-Milton Keynes-Oxford Corridor is known for its growth potential. From education to reaching the height of your career, the South East is the ideal region in which homebuyers can make their mark.

New homes in the South East

Persimmon has a variety of new builds throughout the South East, including Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Kent and Surrey. Whether you’re looking to settle down in the picturesque countryside, walk the cobblestone streets of Oxford or live close to London, we can help you find your dream home. Explore our range of housing developments above, or speak to our team to find out more.