2 bed semi-detached house for sale

Thorpe Road, Bishop's Stortford CM23

Description

**offers over £375,000** Jukes Estate Agents are delighted to bring to market this smashing 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom semi detached property in Thorpe Road on the ever popular "Stortford Fields" development in Bishops Stortford. For sale by way of a 'Secured Sale'.
This property, which is just 4 years old and still has 6 years NHBC remaining on it is a perfect starter home for first time buyers or a perfect home for people downsizing.
The front of the property has a driveway for 2 cars and street parking is also easy for when guests come a calling. The property is fitted with an EV charging point for those with electric vehicles.
Upon entering the property you find yourself in a small hallway which allows access to the downstairs cloakroom, the lounge and of course, the stairs.
The downstairs cloakroom is lovely and consists of a WC & hand basin.
The lounge has a large window to the front of the property and has high grade wood effect vinyl flooring. There is a large 'under the stairs' storage cupboard.
The kitchen / diner is, as you would expect, fully fitted with all the usual white goods. A good size window above the sink/drainer overlooks the decent size rear garden. There are double doors that open into the garden.
The dining area currently houses a 4 seater dining table and chairs.
The garden is fully enclosed and has a patio area and is laid mainly to lawn. However, for keen horticulturists, it is a blank canvas that has the potential to be transformed into something wonderful. There is a side gate with access to the front of the property to allow for bins etc. To be moved without having to bring them through the property.
Upstairs we find the two double bedrooms (the master has an en suite), and the family bathroom.
The master bedroom has an en suite with a walk in shower, wash basin & WC. There is a large window overlooking the rear garden.
Bedroom 2 is a slightly larger double with two windows overlooking the front of the property. It also has a large cupboard that doubles as a built in wardrobe.
The family bathroom has a bathtub with overhead shower, a wash basin & WC. It has tiled flooring and walls.
The landing, stairs, and both bedrooms have high grade fitted carpets.
As previously stated, this is a cracking starter home or for someone downsizing. However, having a lovely property is not enough in 2025. Location is key! This property is ideally located for all major amenities:
Highly regarded Avanti Nursery & Primary School is just 0.3 miles away.
Highly regarded Avanti Secondary School 0.4 miles away.
Stansted Airport 5.0 miles away.
Nearest Bus Stop 0.1 miles away.
Bishops Stortford Train Station 1.4 miles away.
M11 4.6 miles away.
Health Centre 1.3 miles away.
You can see from the above how handy this property is for good schools, road & rail links and doctors etc.
This area has good mobile phone network signal & is connectable to ultra fast broadband.
The air quality is 2 where 1 is the best and 10 the worst.
So we have a great property that is ideally located in easy reach of so many amenities, but what is living here really like? Let's find out:
Stortford Fields: A Vibrant New Neighbourhood
Stortford Fields is a substantial residential development on the northern edge of Bishop's Stortford, delivered by a consortium of major home builders including Persimmon, Taylor Wimpey, Tilia (formerly Kier), Charles Church and Vistry Benefiting from outline planning permission secured in the mid 2010s, the wider Bishop's Stortford North allocation is set to deliver well over 2,200 new homes within Stortford Fields (plus additional homes in the adjoining St Michael's Hurst area), with build out scheduled to continue through to 2033
The development itself is divided into Western and Eastern neighbourhoods around Hoggate's Wood, and homes range from two to four bedrooms, some with solar panels, EV chargers and a focus on energy efficient design
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Living at Stortford Fields: Community, Family and Lifestyle
A Family Centred Design
Stortford Fields is planned with family life in mind. The layout incorporates generous green spaces, play areas for children and cycle routes weaving through the neighbourhood, all designed to foster a community feel and encourage outdoor time for young families with landscaped communal areas and well lit pathways, it's a safe and welcoming environment for toddlers through school age youngsters.
Education Close at Hand
An important draw for families: Excellent schools are within easy reach. These include Avanti primary schools, Northgate Primary, and secondary options such as St Mary's Catholic School, Birchwood High, Hockerill Anglo European College, The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Bishop's Stortford High School - all highly regarded and many rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
Excellent Connectivity
As a commuter town, Bishop's Stortford excels in transport options. The town's railway station provides regular services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge, with journey times well under an hour.Road connections are equally convenient via the M11 and A120, and Stansted Airport is just a short drive or rail ride away, making both domestic and international travel straightforward.
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Local Amenities: What to Do for Families
Parks, Play and Leisure
Within a few minutes' walk or drive from Stortford Fields lies Sworder's Field, a substantial park featuring open lawns for ball games, a splash pool (open in summer), a skateboard area with half pipe and a trim trail for fitness lovers. Adjacent Castle Gardens offers tennis courts and peaceful spaces for family walks.
Arts, Culture and Entertainment
The nearby South Mill Arts (formerly Rhodes Arts Complex) hosts theatre, live music, exhibitions, classes and film screenings; it's also home to the town museum, located in the birthplace of Cecil Rhodes. In addition, the town hosts regular markets (Thursday and Saturday) and community events, including a lively summer fun day at Sworder's Field.
Sports Clubs and Outdoor Pursuits
Bishop's Stortford boasts a broad sports offering: Cricket, football, hockey, rugby and golf clubs are all accessible locally. For families who love the countryside, historic Hatfield Forest lies within easy reach, alongside riverside walks along the River Stort, peaceful woodland and nature reserves like Thorley Wash, which is prized for bird watching and wildlife spotting
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Living in Bishop's Stortford: Community Spirit and Everyday Life
A Friendly, Well Served Town
Residents repeatedly remark on the friendly community atmosphere, a broad range of shops and restaurants, and strong schooling options. Many describe the town as peaceful on its edges, with easy access to local needs yet a manageable distance from London and Cambridge
*Secured Sale means that the lucky new owner(s) will have to pay 1% + VAT to secure the property and this needs to be factored in when making an offer. This does not mean that you pay more for the property. Please call the office for full details.

Council Tax Band: D

Cloakroom (1.0m x 0.8m)

Hall (2.6m x 1.0m)

Lounge (4.6m x 2.8m)

Kitchen/Diner (3.8m x 2.7m)

Landing (1.8m x 1.1m)

Master Bedroom (2.9m x 2.4m)

En-Suite (2.4m x 0.8m)

Bedroom 2 (3.8m x 2.6m)

Bathroom (1.9m x 1.7m)