27 Feb The benefits of living in a gated community
Living in a gated community has become increasingly popular in the UK in more recent years, with Virginia Water being one of the most sought-after locations for such a lifestyle. Gated developments are designed to provide residents with a sense of security, exclusivity and community spirit by living amongst like-minded people with homes of a similar stature.
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We’ve covered what we would consider to be the main benefits of living in a gated community in Virginia Water in our blog below for you.
Firstly, the added element of Security
While the crime rate of Virginia Water isn’t particularly very high, one of the most significant advantages of living in a gated community is the enhanced security it can provide to residents and their guests. With controlled 24/7 access points, only authorised individuals are allowed beyond the main gates. The community typically has security personnel on-site to monitor the entrance/exit points and grounds, and CCTV cameras installed throughout the area for added security. This creates a safe environment where residents can live and relax without the fear of intrusion or crime.
Exclusivity
Living in a gated community provides a sense of exclusivity and prestige for residents, when you buy or rent within a gated community you know that you’ll be living amongst others with homes that they are just as proud of as you are of yours. The communities (developments or park as many are known as) are often well-maintained, with high-quality facilities and amenities that are available for exclusive use by residents. This creates a sense of belonging and pride in ensuring that the grounds and facilities are well respected. With clean, high-class, facilities on offer ensures that the community remains a highly sought-after location, as the exclusivity of the developments attracts like-minded individuals who value the benefits of such a lifestyle.
Community spirit
Living in a gated community provides an excellent opportunity for building and maintaining strong social connections and trust with fellow residents. Gated communities are typically designed to promote social interaction, with exclusive facilities for residents from swimming pools, gyms, tennis courts, to clubhouses to enrich the lives of residents and their guests. This fosters a sense of community spirit, with residents often organising social events and activities that bring people together. Getting to know the people that live around you adds an element of feeling secure in your environment. Gated communities are often also small, so you can keep yourself to yourself if you prefer, knowing that you won’t be intruded upon should you not wish to join in, yet still benefit from the added security of knowing that those around you are permitted to be on site.
Peaceful environment
With security on the entrance and exit points stopping any traffic passing through you’re likely to experience a much more peaceful living environment. The gated communities within Virginia Water are typically set in secluded locations, away from the hustle and bustle of busy streets and noisy neighbourhoods. This allows residents to relax and unwind, enjoying the natural surroundings and amenities within the community.
Improved property values for homes within a gated community
Owning a home within a gated community can increase the value of your property. This is due to the exclusive nature of life within the development, with its high level of security, well-maintained facilities, and sense of community spirit, all making it an attractive location for buyers. The desired lifestyle offered by a gated community can result in increased demand for properties as not enough come up for sale versus the pool of buyers interested, which drives up property values. If you have a home to sell in a gated community in Virginia Water, Wentworth or the surrounding areas, get in touch with our expert team today. We have buyers waiting to view homes just like yours. If you are looking to buy in a gated community in Virginia Water, Wentworth or the surrounding areas, visit our visit our website here or contact our team today to let them know what you are looking for.
Renting a property within a gated community
Renting a property in a gated community can be a great option for those who are not ready to commit to purchasing a property or those who prefer to rent instead of owning. Living in a gated community provides the same benefits of security, exclusivity, community spirit, and a peaceful environment, regardless of whether you own or rent the property. If you have a home to let in a gated community in Virginia Water, Wentworth or the surrounding areas, get in touch with our expert team today. We have prospective tenants waiting to view homes just like yours. If you are looking to rent in a gated community in Virginia Water, Wentworth or the surrounding areas, visit our website here or contact our team today to let them know what you are looking for.
If you are looking for a lifestyle that offers privacy, tranquillity, security and a sense of community, a gated community in Virginia Water may be the perfect location for you.
Spotlight on a home currently available to rent in St Ann’s Park, Virginia Water, a gated community
SANDY LANE, ST ANN’S PARK, VIRGINIA WATER
Available for immediate occupancy is this fabulous townhouse of 2,708 sq ft (251 m2) in the highly sought after gated community of St Ann’s Park with excellent resident’s facilities including indoor pool, whirlpool, gym and two outdoor tennis courts.
The accommodation comprises four/five bedrooms (superb master bedroom, 5th bedroom/study), three bathrooms, drawing room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, laundry room, conservatory, cloakroom with brand new carpets throughout, oversized double garage, parking and private garden.
St Ann’s Park is located just a few minutes’ walk from Virginia Water village with its range of shops, restaurants and train station. 24 hours security guards on site.
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