Latimer at Knights Reach brings stylish, well-connected, and family-friendly homes to Dartford — all within reach for London’s first-time buyers.
Looking for affordable homes near London that don’t compromise on quality, style or connectivity? Then welcome to Latimer at Knights Reach, a newly launched shared ownership development in Dartford that’s tailor-made for first-time buyers in London. With prices starting at just £150,000 for a 40% share, this isn’t just another housing project — it’s a lifeline for Londoners priced out of the capital’s soaring property market.
This thoughtfully designed community by Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group, brings 92 homes to one of Kent’s most commuter-friendly spots. And the best part? It delivers a high-spec lifestyle for a fraction of London prices.
Shared Ownership in Dartford: A Real Step Onto the Property Ladder
Let’s be honest. The dream of homeownership in or near London often feels out of reach. That’s where shared ownership in Dartford changes the game. Instead of battling with six-figure deposits, buyers can purchase a portion of the home and pay a subsidised rent on the rest. Over time, they can increase their share — right up to full ownership.
At Knights Reach, a 40% share of a two-bedroom house is available from just £150,000. With homes like these, London’s young professionals and families finally have an affordable entry point into property ownership — and they’re not compromising on location or lifestyle to get there.
Location Wins: Fast Trains, Easy Travel, Bluewater Perks
Knights Reach isn’t just affordable — it’s brilliantly connected. A quick six-minute drive gets you to Stone Crossing Station, offering direct services to London Bridge in just 38 minutes. Fancy a dash to Liverpool Street? You’re there in 37 minutes with a single change. Dartford and Ebbsfleet stations are nearby too, connecting you to the wider southeast and even international destinations via Eurostar at St Pancras.
And while we’re talking perks — Bluewater Shopping Centre is a five-minute drive away. Think 300+ stores, a cinema, skating rink, adventure zipline, and every type of café you crave. Whether you’re after fashion, food or a Friday night out, it’s all just around the corner.
High-Quality Homes with London Style (Minus the Price Tag)
Every home at Knights Reach comes with standout interiors and modern fittings. Think Symphony Woodbury Gloss Platinum kitchen units, marble-effect laminate worktops, Porcelanosa bathroom tiling, and appliances like ovens, hobs, fridge/freezers, and washer-dryers — all included. These aren’t cookie-cutter builds either; they’ve been designed with real-life living in mind.
Whether you’re snapping up a one- or two-bedroom apartment, or going bigger with a two-, three- or four-bedroom house, these homes deliver sleek, contemporary living that feels more Shoreditch than suburbia.
Building a Real Community — Not Just a Housing Development
Knights Reach is doing more than putting roofs over heads. It’s building a genuine community. Once complete, the development will feature play areas, an on-site health centre, new shops, and a community orchard — all stitched together with pedestrian and cycling routes and a linear park. Forget concrete jungles. This is urban design with a soul.
A+ for Families: Great Schools and Green Escapes
For first-time buyers planning a family or already in full parenting mode, Dartford delivers. Nearby, you’ll find a wealth of nurseries and schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Dartford Grammar School for Boys — recently crowned State Secondary School of the Year in the South East by The Sunday Times — is a major local draw.
When you’re ready to escape the school run and screens, Darenth Country Park and Beacon Wood are close by. Want to go full Sunday-ramble mode? The Darent Valley Path snakes through lavender fields, watermills and castles on a dreamy 19-mile route — a countryside hug just outside your door.
Affordable Homes Near London That Actually Work for You
This is where first-time buyers in London finally catch a break. Shared ownership at Knights Reach allows you to bypass sky-high deposits, while still getting quality design, great schools, London access and a genuinely vibrant community.
Sam Truman, Regional Sales Manager at Latimer, put it best:
“Latimer at Knights Reach is one of those special developments that provides it all — from an outstanding location to high-quality homes designed with local buyers’ budgets in mind.”
So if you’re fed up with renting in Zone 4 and dreaming of a place to finally call your own — this is your cue.
