Desirable Locks Heath is a residential suburb near Park Gate, Hampshire. In recent years there have been lots of new houses added to the area, with comfortable modern estates complementing older homes and bungalows. With its choice of homes, local amenities and unbeatable location, Locks Heath offers something for every house hunter.
Locks Heath enjoys a fantastic location surrounded by historic villages, with the River Hamble to the west and The Solent to the south. It is almost midway between Southampton and Portsmouth, offering a quick and simple commute to these hubs for work or leisure.
While Locks Heath certainly provides a village feel, you are assured all the amenities you need for comfortable day-to-day living. You will discover a dedicated shopping area, the heart of which is the active community centre and library. There is also a Waitrose, fantastic butcher, post office, pharmacy, surgery, pubs, coffee shops and restaurants.
People of all ages enjoy the numerous parks and proximity to facilities that cater to all tastes such as a golf club, marina, historic sites and a skate park.
Whether you want to travel by land, sea or sky, Locks Heath is a great starting point for your journey. Swanwick, the local train station, links travellers to London in just under two hours. Southampton is 20 minutes away by rail while the journey to Portsmouth takes just over half an hour.
The M27 lies to the north, making travel by road quick and easy. Meanwhile, Southampton’s international airport is local and convenient, and ferries to the Channel Islands and France depart regularly from Portsmouth.
There are a couple of wonderful choices of places to eat in Locks Heath, with plenty of other options within a short drive.
Tasty traditional Turkish food and a warm, welcoming, cosy atmosphere for all-day dining. Located in Locks Heath Shopping Village.
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A particular local favourite, the name is a nod to the area’s historic industry of strawberry growing.
Strawberry Field Tavern is a lovely local pub with friendly staff and good menu options. Dog-friendly and best-rated for its Sunday Roast.
Houses for sale in Locks Heath appeal to families for many reasons including its schools. Locks Heath Infant School and Locks Heath Junior School both have good Ofsted ratings and there are other schools to choose from in the surrounding villages. The area’s secondary school is Brookfield Community School in neighbouring Sarisbury Green, and there are options to continue through to university study at both Southampton and Portsmouth.
It is clear to see why Locks Heath is such a desirable place to live. If you are planning a move and are interested in finding out more about the houses for sale in Locks Heath, we are here to help. Please pop into our local Park Gate office or give us a call and we will be delighted to answer all your questions.
Recent development has increased and broadened the housing stock, ensuring properties for sale in Locks Heath cater to all needs. Whether you are looking for a flat, bungalow, large family home or anything in between, you are searching in a fantastic area to find the property of your dreams. There is also a great mix of older properties and brand-new builds for sale to suit every taste.
If you are looking for a house or flat to rent in Locks Heath, we are here to help. This desirable residential area has an excellent rental market, so take your pick of character-filled homes, brand-new estates, bungalows and flats.
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