Summary - MEADOWFIELD PARK 4 PONTELAND NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE20 9XF
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Practical retirement flat with communal facilities and convenient town access.
One bedroom apartment, 528 sq ft, ground-floor style layout
Designed for ages 55+ with secure entry and emergency pull-cord system
Communal lounge, gardens and off-street parking available for residents
Electric storage heating; likely higher running costs than gas heating
Double glazing installed before 2002 — may need upgrading later
Leasehold with 88 years remaining; factor into mortgage/finance plans
Service charge approximately £3,300 per year — significant ongoing cost
Excellent mobile signal, average broadband and very cheap council tax
A one-bedroom apartment in Meadowfield Park designed for the over-55s, set within well-kept communal grounds and close to local shops and transport. The building, constructed in the early 1990s, offers a secure entry system, communal lounge and a car park — useful for visitors and occasional drivers.
Inside, the flat is a practical, average-sized 528 sq ft home with an entrance hall, living/dining area and a fitted kitchen. Electric storage heaters and double glazing (installed before 2002) provide basic thermal comfort, though heating will be more expensive than gas alternatives. Broadband speeds are average, while mobile signal is excellent.
Buyers should note this is a leasehold property with 88 years remaining and an annual service charge around £3,300. These running costs are a material factor for budget planning. The property is in an affluent, low-flood-risk area with average local crime levels and good nearby amenities, including shops, healthcare and public transport.
This apartment will suit someone seeking a low-maintenance retirement base in a well-served town location. It presents immediate move-in potential with scope for modest cosmetic updating rather than major refurbishment.
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