Sittingbourne
Settled on the borders of the Swale, and neighbour to the Isle of Sheppey, the town of Sittingbourne in ‘The Garden of England’ is a highly popular commuter base, due to its coastal location and high-speed rail connections to London.
Buying a new build in Sittingbourne
To match the town’s excellent transport infrastructure, a new house offers all the comforts of modern living including high energy efficiency.
New Homes in Sittingbourne
Living in Sittingbourne
Connect to the capital
With the M2 and M20 close to the south of the town, you have quick access to the county and beyond, including the popular fishing town of Folkestone, Dover and Maidstone. You’re also only a 40-minute drive from Canterbury, and just over an hour and a half from London.
The high-speed rail service from the train station takes you into the capital in just over an hour. There are various modes of transportation to the Isle of Sheppey that take up to an hour and a half. For international travel, London Gatwick and Stansted are your nearest airports with both taking under an hour and half by car.
Coast and countryside close by
In less than half an hour by car, from the town centre, you can be in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Or for coastal views, Whitstable or Herne Bay are both reachable in under an hour, and there’s always days out on offer exploring the neighbouring Isle of Sheppey. For history lovers, the cathedral city of Canterbury is a nearby drive of under 40 minutes. Plus, the dockyard at Chatham is a fun trip for all ages.
Everything you need
Perfect for everyday amenities and more, Sittingbourne’s high street has a wide range of stores, cafés, restaurants and facilities that match all the modern comforts new houses have to offer. Plus, you also have excellent shopping destinations throughout the county.
For leisure and sports, there are good options available, and the Milton Creek Country Park gives you open green space for walks and exercise in nature. An ideal location for growing families, there are a wealth of good primary and secondary school choices in the area, including the Highsted Grammar School.
Start your new build journey in Sittingbourne
Choosing your new house is one of the biggest decisions in life. Our mission is to make that journey easy and your dream home a reality. To take that next step, chat to our team today. To explore more locations near Sittingbourne, browse our other new housing developments below, including Minster-on-Sea, Maidstone and more…