Why move to Midsomer Norton?
Midsomer Norton is a thriving town located just eight miles south of Bath and within commutable distance of Bristol. The town is surrounded by picturesque countryside of north Somerset in the south-west of England which is ideal for sports and leisure activities including cycling, walking and horse riding.
Characterised by the River Somer which runs the length of the town centre, the river itself was regenerated with new plantlife in 2012. The town has a long history which can be seen through a number of early churches which remain, but really coal mines provided employment for locals until they ceased in the 1960’s.
Surrounded by beautiful countryside and within easy access of the stunning Mendip Hills, Midsomer Norton is well placed for those looking to pursue leisure activities such as walking, cycling and horse riding.
Set just eight miles to the south of Bath, the area is well placed for those wishing to commute to either Bath with mainline trains for London or Bristol and just half an hour drive from Bristol airport.
The town provides shopping for the surrounding areas with High Street outlets such as Tescos, Sainsburys and Lidls together with smaller family run retailers. The area boasts two highly considered sports centres, several sports clubs and youth opportunities such as scouts and guides.
The local market
Properties within Midsomer Norton are always is demand from all types of buyers from first time buyers, families looking to upsize and buyers looking for retirement properties. Properties in Midsomer Norton and the surrounding villages have seen increase in values over the last few years and remain highly sought after.
Location
Midsomer Norton, Radstock and the surrounding villages such as Timsbury, Farmborough, High Littleton, Paulton, Camerton and Peasedown St John are particularly well placed for commuters to both Bath and Bristol and enjoys access to both the M4 and M5 motorway. Bath offers a mainline train station to London Paddington. Bristol airport lies just a convenient half an hour drive from the area.
History and sport
Much of the history in the area is based around the mining origins of the area, which ceased in the 1960’s. This can be identified today by the well reputed Mining Museum in the centre of Radstock together with the large mining monument wheel. The area boasts two well regarding sports centres together with an indoor swimming pool and the surrounding countryside provides a fantastic playground for persuits such as shooting, fishing, walking and cycling.
Development
The area boasts a perfect blend of both character and modern properties. From both traditional former miners cottages or modern first time buyer and family homes, most buyers needs can be satisfied. Development in the area has gradually taken place in the area since the 1960’s by various major developers that have brought their popular designs and made modern estates in the area.
Properties
Your Move Bailey & Bryant in Midsomer Norton offers a section of property available through both the town the the surrounding villages starting at just under £100,000 up to around £700,000. Many of the town centre properties are within walking distance of the High Street and its amenities.
Many of the surrounding villages, offer smaller but still thriving communities and are highly sought after such as Paulton, Timsbury, High Littleton, Chilcompton and Peasedown St John. The villages offer a range of properties from smaller first time buyer type properties to large individual imposing properties.
Demand for rental properties in the area remains extremely strong from tenants looking for all types of properties from smaller apartments to larger family homes in both the town and village locations. Smaller apartments start at rents around £550 per calendar month up to figures around £2000 per calendar month for substantial properties.
Restaurants and shopping
Whether it's dining out at a delicious restaurant, calling into a cosy pub for a hearty lunch, or relaxing in a quaint cafe or tearoom, it's all on the menu in the area. Indulge in afternoon tea in a range of unique settings, or find local produce at village farm shops and regular farmers' markets.
There is a mix of shopping in both Midsomer Norton and Radstock. High street chains such as Sainsburys, Argos and Tesco rub shoulders with more traditional and bespoke shops. A visit to the area is certain to tempt your taste buds, and you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to places to eat across the area.
