Thinking of living in Takeley?
Takeley is a practical and well-connected village that sits perfectly within the Essex countryside. As a growing community in the Uttlesford district, Takeley has seen significant investment and development activity, making it a top choice for professionals who want to stay connected to London and Cambridge, without being right in the middle of the noise.
With options ranging from two-bedroom detached bungalows to large five-bedroom family homes, Dandara is proud to offer a range of houses for sale in Takeley to fit every kind of need. View our available homes in the village below.
Living in Takeley
Choosing one of our new build homes in Takeley means joining a friendly community that is perfectly set up for families. You’ll find all the practical things you need in the village, including shops like the local Londis for your quick essential runs and a choice of fast-food restaurants like Takeley Fish Bar, for those evenings when you don’t feel like cooking.
The village is also home to the Silver Jubilee Hall and The Old School Community Centre, which are popular places for locals to host children's parties, conferences, community events and summer barbecues.
What are the best things to do in Takeley?
If you enjoy being outside, you will love how much green space you’ll have on your doorstep in Takeley. Hatfield Forest, a National Trust site, is one of the must-see places in the area. Here you can walk through woodland that has been around for over a thousand years and watch the wildlife by the lake.
The Flitch Way is another local favourite, offering miles of safe, flat paths for cycling or a long walk with the dog. For a fun afternoon with the kids, you can visit Daisy May’s Farm to see the animals or head to a local pumpkin patch when autumn rolls around.
Looking for even more things to do in Takeley? You’ll be able to reach Bishop’s Stortford in around 15 minutes by car, giving you easy access to a wider range of high street stores, a cinema and a bowling alley for weekend entertainment.
Is Takeley a good place for families?
Yes, the village is laid out to make life simple for families. If you have younger children, having Takeley Primary School and Roseacres Primary School right in the village is a huge advantage. Then as the children grow, you’ll be just a short trip to Bishop’s Stortford, giving you access to several highly rated options, such as The Bishop’s Stortford High School and The Hertfordshire & Essex High School.
Outside of school hours, there’s plenty to keep everyone busy. As well as having plenty of open space where children can run around safely, you’ll also find local groups like Takeley Scout Group and youth football teams at Takeley FC, which are great for meeting up with local people in the area
Is it easy to commute from Takeley?
As you’ll be positioned right by the A120 and the M11, you’ll benefit from great local transport links from the village. You’ll be able to drive to Bishop’s Stortford in about 16 minutes or reach London and Cambridge without any trouble.
If you prefer the train, the station in Bishop’s Stortford gets you into London Liverpool Street in 45 minutes, which is ideal for getting to work. Having Stansted Airport just five minutes away is also a huge advantage for anyone who loves to travel abroad or works in the travel industry.
Houses for sale in Takeley
Dandara has a range of new build homes for sale in Takeley that are built to look great and work even better for modern living.
You can find your perfect place to live by viewing our available new homes in Takeley below and booking a visit to see us today.
