Spending time outdoors
Living in one of our new homes at Fresh Wharf puts you at the heart of an area rich in green spaces and outdoor activities. Right on your doorstep, you'll enjoy over 16,000 square metres of communal open space, including a central park designed for relaxation and community gatherings. Dedicated cycle and footpaths provide direct routes through these spaces, making it easy to explore the waterfront and enjoy views of the River Roding.
Just 1.4 miles away, Barking Park is the oldest park in the borough, offering a basketball court, a 5-a-side football pitch and public tennis courts. It's the perfect spot for staying active or enjoying a leisurely afternoon with family and friends.
When you're ready to venture further, The Royal Docks is just 3.9 miles away, where you can experience open water activities like rowing, kayaking, dragon boating and canoeing on the Thames. For even more outdoor space, Wanstead Flats is 5.6 miles from our new homes for sale and is famous for its 60 football pitches, open grassland and peaceful walks around Jubilee Pond and through Bush Wood.
If you're looking for countryside closer to home, Eastbrookend Country Park is 6.2 miles away, offering lakeside walks, cycling routes and horse-riding trails in a tranquil natural setting. Whether you're after active pursuits or a quiet place to unwind, you'll find it all within easy reach of Fresh Wharf.
Local amenities
Everything you need for day-to-day life is close at hand when you live in one of our new homes in Barking. The town centre is just a 10-minute walk away, where you'll find a vibrant mix of shops, cafés and local services. This includes an Asda and a Tesco Superstore for your weekly shop, along with a street market that runs five days a week, perfect for browsing fresh produce and local finds.
For a more varied shopping experience, the Vicarage Fields Shopping Centre is being redeveloped to include up to 200,000 square feet of retail space, a music venue, hotel and restaurants, making it an exciting destination for leisure and entertainment. When you're in the mood for coffee or a bite to eat, you'll find a selection of cafés and coffee shops throughout the town centre.
When you want even more choice, Westfield Stratford City is just 5.4 miles away from our new housing development, offering over 300 high street and designer stores. You can stay for a film at the Vue Cinema or enjoy an evening on the lanes at All Star Bowls. With retail therapy, dining and entertainment all in one place, it's the perfect spot for a day out.
Getting an education
We know how important it is for families to have excellent schools nearby. That's why our new homes for sale in Barking are thoughtfully located close to a wide choice of 'Good' Ofsted-rated schools, catering to children of all ages.
The town offers fantastic options for infant, primary and secondary education, all within the catchment area. Families moving to Fresh Wharf will benefit from easy access to these well-regarded schools, making the school run simple and stress-free.
For those considering higher education, the area is well connected to universities across London, with excellent transport links making it easy for students to pursue their academic ambitions without straying too far from home.
Transport links
Getting around is straightforward when you live at Fresh Wharf. The new housing development is just a 10-minute walk from Barking Station, which offers connections via the District and Hammersmith & City underground lines, as well as overground rail services via C2C and National Rail. From here, you can reach Canary Wharf in just 18 minutes and the City in 24 minutes, making it ideal for commuters working in London's key business districts.
Barking Station also provides direct routes to Westfield Stratford City in 14 minutes, the O2 in 16 minutes and London Bridge in 25 minutes, giving you easy access to some of the capital's best shopping, entertainment and leisure destinations.
For those who drive, Fresh Wharf offers excellent road connections. The North Circular (A406) is just 0.1 miles away, while the A13 is 0.5 miles from your front door, providing quick access to the Blackwall Tunnel and beyond. The M25 is 10.7 miles away, connecting you to counties across the South East and major routes around Greater London.
When it's time to fly, London City Airport is just 5 miles away and easily reached by train in 21 minutes from Barking Station. For destinations further afield, Heathrow Airport is 26.7 miles away and London Gatwick Airport is 39.4 miles away, both accessible via road and rail.
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