With private rents in Norwich rising faster than the average in the East of England, renters are increasingly seeking savings and a slower pace of life in smaller villages outside the county’s seat.
Just 16 miles from the City of Norwich, renters will find the village of Swanton Morley, where Annington has refurbished a selection of two and three-bedroom homes at Worthing Fields, with prices starting from £875 pcm and will be available from 8 February for prospective tenants to view the homes on offer.
The homes were once used to house Ministry of Defence Personnel, and have been lightly refurbished, bringing them up to an EPC C rating, with the addition of several smart features such as solar PV panels, low energy lighting and Economy 7 heating tariffs, assisting with energy efficiency and reduced running costs.
“As demand for homes increases across the whole of Norfolk, renters are becoming disillusioned with the rapidly rising costs attached to some of the county’s better-known towns and are looking for lesser-known areas that can still offer the lifestyle they desire.” says Stacy Whitehead, Marketing Manager at Annington.
“Worthing Fields is giving renters the opportunity to stay in their home county at a significantly more attractive price. Featuring smart heating systems designed to help you save money on energy use, renters can be part of a growing community where they don’t have to compromise on location or affordability to find an efficient home to rent.”
Swanton Morley is located on the south bank of the Wensum River, where Annington’s homes at Worthing Fields offer a quiet countryside haven. The village named as the first Norfolk ‘Mindful Village’ in 2022, thanks in part to local residents’ deep concern and care for mental health and wellbeing support.
Jessie Side, Lettings Board of Management Partner at William H Brown, added: “Swanton Morley is seeing increasing demand from families and young couples looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle of larger Norfolk towns. Renters at Worthing Fields can experience the village lifestyle in a welcoming, friendly and established neighbourhood by moving straight into an efficient home.”
Swanton Morley is home to an active local community; tenants can enjoy the many clubs and events the Parish Council holds. Swanton Morley Football Club, Little Swans pre-school, an annual Bonfire Night and the Tractor Rally in the summer, all take place at the local village hall, just a five-minute drive from Worthing Fields. The village is also home to independent family-friendly pub, Darbys Pub only two miles from Worthing Fields.
Surrounded by nature, the area includes tranquil walking trails at the doorstep, and Swanton Morley Waterfalls, a stretch of river where local residents can kayak and wild swim.
Dereham is just a 10-minute drive away or can be reached using the nearby regular bus service. Commuters can take the train from Norwich station where direct services take under two hours to London Liverpool Street, while a direct bus service from Swanton Morley will take residents directly into Norwich centre. The A47 is also just five miles from Worthing Fields.
Bringing a range of homes to the market as a professional landlord, renters with Annington will have access to benefits including a dedicated maintenance team with round the clock access.
Prices start from £875 pcm, with two and three bedroom homes available to let. For more information about Worthing Fields and to book a viewing, visit www.worthingfields.co.uk, or contact the letting agent William H Brown via 01362 692238 or worthingfields@williamhbrown.co.uk.