Barne Barton's New Shared Ownership Homes Prioritise Green Spaces and Community Living

Latimer, part of Clarion Housing Group, is proud to unveil Tamar Gardens - a dynamic new collection of shared ownership homes in Plymouth that showcases progressive housebuilding and placemaking. As part of the ambitious regeneration of Barne Barton, formerly Britain’s largest naval community, the development integrates green pathways and a newly designed green street to foster a community-focused lifestyle. Designed to take full advantage of their unique location, offering stunning views of the Tamar Estuary Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the homes are available to buy now and will be ready to move into this summer, presenting a new, affordable route to property ownership in this historic area of Plymouth.

Tamar Gardens offers a selection of one- and two-bedroom maisonettes, along with two- and three-bedroom houses for sale through shared ownership. With this scheme, buyers can purchase a share of the property while paying a reduced rent to Latimer for the remaining portion. The deposit is based only on the share being bought, making it a more affordable way to enter the property market compared to buying a home outright. Enabling buyers to access to high-quality homes in the local area, the scheme also offers the opportunity to gradually increase ownership over time, eventually reaching full ownership at the buyer’s own pace.

The new Barne Barton homes feature a green street designed to enable residents to share play spaces and to cultivate a strong sense of belonging in these community-centric new homes. There will also be green pathways that offer views of the Tamar Estuary, one of Devon’s five Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and a pedestrianised green route connecting to the city centre. The emphasis is on creating a vibrant and sustainable new community for local homebuyers.

Ruth Birch, Regional Sales Manager at Latimer, comments: “There is a strong emphasis on open space and community at Tamar Gardens and across the wider Barne Barton site. The innovative approach to community-centric neighbourhood design makes this a lovely location for young and growing families, as well as older residents seeking a picturesque, serene environment with plenty of greenery. The mix of property types has been designed to suit a wide range of needs, ensuring broad appeal to the community here in Plymouth and showcasing the elevated quality of homes that residents may now expect.”

Local estate agency Fox and Sons has been appointed as the selling agent for Barne Barton, amid strong interest in the homes being built at the site. Stephen Bisiker at Fox and Sons shared: “We are thrilled to have introduced these new homes at Barne Barton, marking an exciting chapter in Plymouth’s regeneration. This vibrant development not only revitalizes the area but also empowers local residents by providing a valuable opportunity to move away from renting and achieve the dream of homeownership.”

The shared ownership homes at Barne Barton will be built in line with Latimer’s commitment to delivering high-quality properties that foster stronger communities. Those who buy with Latimer can do so with confidence, with the developer having retained its Gold Award for Customer Satisfaction for the fourth year in a row in 2026.

Prices at Barne Barton start from £52,675 for a 35% share of a one bedroom apartment, with deposits starting from £2,634. For further details, visit https://www.latimerhomes.com/new-build-homes/devon/plymouth/barne-barton or call 0300 100 0309.