With the festive season fast approaching, people are often blindsided by how quickly Christmas comes around each year, leaving their presents and food shopping until the last minute. Buying and moving home on the other hand can take at least eight weeks, and can’t be done in the time it takes to do a panic trip to the local supermarket.

However, buyers searching for the gift of a new home this Christmas can find apartments ready for the holiday period at Barratt London’s Springfield Place, Ridgeway Views & Hendon Waterside developments. The newly built apartments are chain-free, so if buyers act quickly, there is still the option to move just in time to cook Christmas dinner in a brand-new kitchen.

Yolanda Jacob, Director of Sales and Marketing at Barratt East London comments: “For buyers looking to move into their new home before Christmas it’s really important that you have your ducks in a row, and that you’ve thought of solutions for any paperwork hurdles that could hold up your move. The reality is that chainless buyers will have more chance of a swift move as they’re less dependent on other factors – generally that will encompass both first-time buyers and cash buyers. And, of course one huge advantage of buying new build is that it helps to create these chain-free opportunities.”

“At our Mill Hill development, Ridgeway Views, we have a number of apartments that are ready to move into now, where prices start from £455,000. Hendon Waterside, our Barnet development is also offering Christmas-ready apartments, with a selection of two- and three-bedroom homes available, starting from £490,000. Meanwhile, South of the river, Springfield Place in Wandsworth also has apartments ready for a move ahead of the festive season – prices here start from £445,000.”

Springfield Place is a collection of one- and two-bedroom homes offering village style living with an urban backdrop. The development includes handy amenities on the doorstep, including a Sainsbury’s Local, restaurant, gym and a new 32-acre park. Wandsworth Common, Earlsfield and Tooting Bec stations are a short walk away, with Central London only 18 minutes away via tube.

Located in Wandsworth, the 2025 London Borough of Culture, buyers can benefit from international cuisine at the famous Tooting Market, and a buzzing diverse social scene, perfect for celebrating the festive season.

Set in 47 acres of green space, Barratt London’s Ridgeway Views development offers a unique blend of Zone Four city living and rural character, located in the Mill Hill conservation area. Buyers have views of the grassy landscapes of Totteridge Valley, while only being 30 minutes from central London.

The ready to move into one- and two-bedroom apartments include a private parking space, balcony, gym and concierge. Only an eight-minute drive away, Mill Hill Broadway offers a selection of independent and high street shops, as well as a choice of several prestigious schools in the nearby area.

Hendon Waterside is along the Welsh Harp Reservoir, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, providing buyers with picturesque views along the water. Set within 170 hectares of nature, the surroundings include trails and natural playgrounds for the Christmas day walk. Well-connected travel links mean the hustle and bustle of Central London is only 19 minutes away, giving buyers the best of both a nature retreat and the energetic city.

Prices at Springfield Place start from £445,000, Ridgeway Views prices start from £455,000 for a one-bedroom apartment and Hendon Waterside homes start at £490,000 for a two-bedroom apartment. For more information visit www.barrattlondon.com or call 0330 057 6666.