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Fornham Place offers a unique rental experience, blending countryside charm with modern convenience on the outskirts of the historic town of Bury St Edmunds. Developed by Simple Life, a landlord known for its commitment to quality and community, this development is part of the new Marham Park village. It provides the perfect setting for professionals, couples, and families seeking a high-standard, long-term home without the commitment of buying. The development is pet-friendly, allowing you to bring your furry companions along to your new home.
The properties at Fornham Place consist of contemporary two and three-bedroom houses. Each home is unfurnished, providing a blank canvas for you to personalise. Inside, you'll find high-quality finishes, including:
- Fully integrated kitchen appliances such as a washer/dryer, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher.
- Hard-wearing carpets in bedrooms and on stairs, with wood-effect flooring downstairs.
- Modern security features, including entrance alarms on all houses.
- Private, turfed rear gardens for all houses, with some properties also benefiting from landscaped front gardens.
Residents of Fornham Place enjoy a range of amenities designed to make life easier and more enjoyable. These include an on-site maintenance team, a 24/7 customer service line, and a residents' app for easy communication. Simple Life also organises community events throughout the year, fostering a friendly neighbourhood atmosphere. The development is designed with plenty of green space, including a new 35-acre country park within Marham Park itself, perfect for walking and outdoor activities.
Located just over a mile from the A14, Fornham Place offers excellent transport links. Bury St Edmunds train station provides direct services to Ipswich, Cambridge, and Norwich, with onward connections to London. The town centre, with its popular weekly market, independent shops, and cafes, is just a short distance away. For retail therapy, the Arc shopping centre and Western Way Retail Park are also nearby. The area is well-served by schools, with 20 rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in the vicinity.
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Overall Area Rating
Safety
Grade C174 crimes per 1000 residents. Most common: Violence and sexual offences
Demographics
Grade A45% degree educated, median age 46, health score 64/100
Air Quality
Grade ACurrent: Fair (AQI 2), avg PM2.5: 3.26μg/m³
Transport
Grade CTransport data not available
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Location
Merchant Avenue, IP32 6TN