Weymouth
Properties For Sale: What Weymouth Has To Offer
Found on the River Wey on the English Channel coast, Weymouth is a seaside town in Dorset that lies 7 miles from Dorchester. However, Weymouth has plenty to offer in its own right and it is easy to see why so many people are keen to explore the property market in this part of England.
As of November 2017, according to Zoopla statistics, the average value of property in Weymouth stands at £270,342 while the average price paid for Weymouth property in the past 12 months is £247,967. To provide these figures with some form of context, the average value of Dorset property is £340,371 and the average price paid for property in Dorset, in the past 12 months, stands at £315,983. With Weymouth offering an average price that is more than £65,000 cheaper than the Dorset average, is it any wonder many people are happy to explore what property Weymouth has to offer.
Weymouth offers a range of properties
From one bedroom flats all the way through to penthouse properties on the beach and five bedroom homes that are on the market for more than £1m, there is a lot more to Weymouth than you would probably imagine. Yes, Weymouth is a seaside town but there is a lot to enjoy about local life and it is the third largest settlement in the whole of Dorset, coming in behind Bournemouth and Poole. Over 50,000 people live in Weymouth and given the demand for property, it is fair to say that many more people enjoy what Weymouth has to offer.
There is a variety to life in Weymouth that is suitable for people and families of all ages. It would be a cliché to say that a seaside town resort is the ideal place for pensioners to move to in order to see out their golden years in comfort and style, but this is definitely the case.
Who is living in Weymouth?
There is a broad range of people living in Weymouth, with the demographic spread for ages being:
- 0 to 17 years old make up 18.6% of the Weymouth population
- 18 to 29 years old make up 12.5% of the Weymouth population
- 30 to 59 years old make up 37.9% of the Weymouth population
- 60 to 84 years old make up 27.4% of the Weymouth population
- People aged 85 or over make up 3.3% of the Weymouth population
In England as a whole, the 60 to 84 year old group makes up 20.09% of the population while the 30 to 59 bracket makes up 40.02% of the population. This suggests that as a proportion, Weymouth has a population that has more elderly residents than England as a whole, which backs up the feelings about elderly people moving to the area. Then again, statistics don’t always tell the full story and it may be that the bracing sea air and a good quality of life helps elderly residents of Weymouth to live for longer!
There are many attractive one and two bedroom homes in the area but in recent times, perhaps with sensible downsizing in mind, the elder generation have been more inclined to move into flats that offer a fantastic location with a sea view.
As you get older and need less space, and you want to use money more effectively, there is a great deal to be said for having a compact home that still meets your needs but is more about the location and convenience of life. There is no shortage of bungalows and semi-detached properties which may be the more conventional option for someone looking to wind down but in Weymouth, flats are popular with all potential buyers. Given that new developments are taking place, increasing the number of flats in prominent positions in Weymouth, there should be plenty of options for people to enjoy.
With the standard train journey time between Weymouth and London Waterloo Station being three hours, there is no chance of Weymouth being seen as a suitable destination for commuters. In its own way though, this is a good thing, meaning the town has a population of people looking to support their local community as opposed to just being a convenient and affordable stopping point.
Woodsford Road Crossways, Dorchester Offers in Excess of £400,000
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- Modern Semi Detached Family Home
- Four Double Bedrooms
- Spacious Lounge
- Contemporary Kitchen / Dining Room
- Ground Floor Cloakroom
- En-Suite Shower Rooms to Bedrooms One & Two
- Shared Bathroom to Bedrooms Three & Four
- Landscaped Rear Garden
- Driveway for Two Vehicles
- Remainder of New Build Guarantee Available
***** Viewings from Saturday 11th May 2024 *****
We are delighted to offer for sale this beautifully presented, modern family home located in the highly desirable area of Crossways. The generously proportioned accommodation is set over three floors and includes a spacious lounge, contemporary kitchen / diner, ground floor cloakroom, four double bedrooms, two with an en-suite shower room each and a family bathroom. This energy efficient property is tastefully finished with contemporary styling throughout, such as brushed chrome fittings and stained oak doors, all of which add to the property's appeal. Outside, the property enjoys a front driveway for two cars and a landscaped rear garden.
On the ground floor, an inviting entrance hallway hosts doors to all ground floor rooms and a storage cupboard for outdoor garments. The lounge is situated to the front with a large double glazed window flooding the room with natural light. The kitchen / dining room is an exceptional space, ideal for entertaining and boasts an extensive range of eye level and base units with integral eye level electric double oven, four ring gas hob, fridge freezer and dishwasher. There is ample space for a large dining room table and chairs as well as additional furniture. A double glazed window and French doors offer a pleasant outlook and access to the rear garden. Completing the accommodation on the ground floor is the cloakroom with low level WC and wash hand basin.
Located on the first floor are bedrooms one and two, both of which enjoy contemporary en-suite shower rooms, comprising independent shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basins and low level WC's. Stairs rise again where two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom are located. All of these rooms feature skylight windows and have some restricted headroom.
Externally, to the front of the property, is a block paved driveway suitable for two vehicles. To the rear is an easy to maintain garden with a patio area adjacent to the property, a lawned area with planted borders and a further covered patio area to the end of the garden. A garden shed with power and light is included in the sale.
The property is situated in Crossways, a popular village located just outside of Dorchester. Crossways has an array of facilities including a health centre, primary school, library, post office, church and public house as well as convenience stores. It is approximately six miles east of Dorchester with a county hospital, Ofsted inspected 'outstanding' secondary school and further shops, boutiques, bars and restaurants.
For further information, or to make an appointment to view this fabulous family home, please contact Austin Estate Agents.
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GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Hallway
Lounge
Kitchen / Dining Room
Ground Floor Cloakroom
FIRST FLOOR
First Floor Landing
Bedroom One
12' 11'' x 17' 1'' (3.94m x 5.21m)
En Suite Shower Room
Bedroom Two
12' 4'' x 10' 3'' (3.76m x 3.12m)
En Suite Shower Room
SECOND FLOOR
Second Floor Landing
Bedroom Three
12' 11'' max x 11' 10'' max (3.94m max x 3.61m max)
Bedroom Four
13' 0'' max x 10' 2'' max (3.96m max x 3.10m max)
Bathroom
OUTSIDE
Front Driveway
Rear Garden
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