Properties on Martlesham Heath continue to be as popular as ever.
Recent arrivals of Next and M&S Food on Martlesham Heath to compliment Tesco and other retail outlets, shops, offices and commercial premises on the business park side of the road has meant the whole of the Martlesham Heath area is now a hive of activity, attracting people to visit. Not to mention, BT.
Jonathan Waters, owner of Jonathan Waters Estate Agents Ipswich and the driving force in charge of the Martlesham office, comments
“I remember 25 years ago, when building of the houses on Martlesham Heath was still in full swing, properties were popular then. Even in the tough markets of 88 – 93 and the downturn of the 2007/2008 era, Martlesham Heath houses, bungalows and flats still continued to sell. You can always rely on the sale of a Martlesham Heath property!”.
So why are properties on Martlesham Heath so popular?
“A number of factors in my opinion combine to create and maintain this popularity” Jonathan continued.
“Firstly the original idea of the village was just that, to make it look like a village and to be a village.”
“Focussed around a central green, with pub, shops and commercial facilities on the edge of the green, this became a focal point to the development that other large estates may lack.”
“Every hamlet was constructed by a different developer, creating a striking and unusual mix of different house types, styles, designs and fashions both interior and exterior of the homes.”
“Also Martlesham Heath was built over an unusually long period of time. Construction of the residential side of the Heath started in the mid 70s and carried on till the late 1990s and beyond – that’s 25 years – more or less a generation.”
“This has added to the variation in house styles. Even if the same builder had built every home on Martlesham Heath, the design, appearance and specification of the properties would have changed considerably in that time. Properties built at the start would have looked quite different to those built at the end. The fact that it was all different developers constructing the hamlets over that period enhanced and enriched this difference.”
“Martlesham Heath never got too big. If you look at an aerial photograph taken since construction of Martlesham Heath was completed you will see that only a relatively small part of the available land was actually developed.”
“This meant that vast areas of the original heathland remained unspoilt and created a paradise for dog walkers, cyclists, joggers and families with young children. I haven’t done a survey, but I would imagine that there is higher proportion of people owning a dog on Martlesham Heath than a lot of other relatively modern estates.”“
“Furthermore, the heathland is all publicly accessible – peace, quiet, tranquillity and beautiful countryside surrounding your home – what more could anybody want?”
“For me, another appeal of Martlesham Heath is the constant reminder of the history and former use of Martlesham Heath.”
“Such things as the World War II control tower, the remains of the runway to the south, and a lot of the buildings on the business park serve as a constant reminder of this past.”
“In fact, it is a little known fact that one property on Martlesham Heath wasn’t actually built, it was converted to residential use from a former wartime building (it’s in Coopers Road).”
Then, of course, is ease of access. Wherever you live on Martlesham Heath the A12 is never more than 2 minutes away. Whichever direction you need to go, the access is straightforward and easy, be it 5 minutes to the A14, 10 minutes to the Orwell Bridge, 15 minutes to A12 Colchester and London bound and then if you’re going north, well you’re already halfway there!”Estate Agents Ipswich and Martlesham – click here to browse for properties.
“My family have lived on Martlesham Heath since 1984 and I have bought and owned a house on Martlesham Heath and my family still lives there. I am on Martlesham Heath in one capacity or another every day of the week, albeit viewing properties, dog walking, cycling or visiting family or friends. I love it and it’s easy to see why other people do too.”
If you are thinking of selling your Martlesham home and wonder exactly how much it might be worth right now, then book a valuation with Jonathan Waters or one of his experienced Martlesham valuation team by clicking on link below or contacting 01473 620222 or e mailing us on jonathan@waters-ips.co.uk.
Alternatively, why not come and give us a look for a chat at our office at Bristol Court, Betts Avenue, Martlesham Heath Business Park, Martlesham, IP5 3RY.
A selection of properties we have recently agreed sales on Martlesham Heath
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