Private Introduction · UK
Bankside Gardens
Lakeside apartments with an on-site station in the Thames Valley
- Price
- GBP 280K – GBP 440K
- Completion
- Q2 2025
Introduction
This design-led collection of apartments sits beside a tranquil lake within a wider masterplanned village in Reading, at the heart of the Thames Valley tech corridor surrounded by the UK headquarters of major technology firms. What sets it apart is its on-site railway station, which provides direct services to Reading in seven minutes and London Paddington in under 50, eliminating the last-mile commute that affects most suburban developments. Reading has delivered nearly 60 percent property price growth over the past decade, driven by its position as Britain's Silicon Valley. Completed apartments are available for immediate occupation, with lakeside walking paths, landscaped gardens, and a professional management team. Request Access to view full project details, pricing, and availability.
Payment Terms
A reservation fee of £1,000 is payable upon reservation. 10% payable on exchange, within 28 days of purchaser's solicitors receiving the contracts, and 90% balance on legal completion.
Why This Opportunity
On-Site Railway Station
A dedicated station sits within the development, providing direct services to Reading in seven minutes and London Paddington in under 50. No other residential development in the Thames Valley has its own station.
Thames Valley Tech Corridor
The adjacent business park hosts over 250 companies, including major global technology firms. The 10,000-plus employees on the park create consistent rental demand that is resilient to economic cycles.
Completed and Income-Ready
Fully built apartments available for immediate occupation, eliminating construction risk and enabling rental income from day one, with professional property management in place.
Nearly 60% Growth Over 10 Years
Reading property values have grown nearly 60 percent over the past decade, underpinned by the Thames Valley's status as the UK's highest-value tech employment zone outside London. Ongoing infrastructure investment supports continued appreciation.
The Area
Where it is
Getting around
On-site Rail Station
Primary Rail Hub
Highway
Nearby
Nearby Attractions and Infrastracture
The Oracle Shopping Centre (2.6 miles), Reading Gate Retail Park (0.8 mile), Broad Street Mall (2.7 miles), Forbury Gardens (3.0 miles), Madejski Stadium (0.7 mile), Green Park Business Park (Adjacent), Nuffield Health Gym & Pool (0.9 mile)
Thames Valley Lifestyle & Services
Michelin-Starred Dining (L'Ortolan), World-Class Shopping (The Oracle, Bicester Village), Royal Attractions (Windsor Castle, Royal Ascot), Historic Towns (Henley-on-Thames, Marlow, Oxford), Music & Arts Festivals (Reading Festival, Henley Festival), Water Sports & Country Parks (Dinton Pastures, Wellington Country Park), Fine Dining (The Fat Duck, The Waterside Inn, The French Horn, Coppa Club)
Food & Dining
Byte Café (0.3 mile), Wolf Italian Street Food (0.7 mile), L'Ortolan Michelin-starred (2.7 miles), London Street Brasserie (2.7 miles), The Mill at Sonning (5.9 miles), The French Horn (6.1 miles), The Fat Duck (16.1 miles), The Waterside Inn (16.2 miles) Esquires Coffee (0.2 mile)
Parks & Days Out
Forbury Gardens (3.0 miles), Wellington Country Park (6.1 miles), Dinton Pastures Country Park (6.7 miles), Beale Park (10.0 miles), Basildon Park (10.0 miles), Henley-on-Thames (10.2 miles), Windsor Great Park (19.6 miles), The Cotswolds (North-west)
Schools
Primary & Secondary
Geoffrey Field Junior School (0.5 miles) John Madejski Academy (1 mile) Reading School (grammar, 1.5 miles)
Higher Education
University of Reading (2 miles) Henley Business School (8 miles)
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