Discover The Clarendon: A premier living experience in Watford

The Clarendon offers an unparalleled residential experience in the heart of Watford, a town recently crowned the best place to live and work in the UK by the 2024 UK Vitality Index. With prices starting from £275,000* and rental yields reaching up to 5.8% p.a.*, this development is a prime investment opportunity.

Prime location

Watford is a dynamic commuter town with a robust urban center and excellent transport connections. It serves as a thriving business hub, offering quick access to over half of the UK economy within an hour. Watford Junction is just 7 minutes away^, London Euston is a 15-minute train ride^, and Heathrow Airport is only 25 minutes by car^, making it ideal for frequent travelers.

On the northern outskirts of London, Watford offers a variety of attractions. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour is a major highlight, featuring behind-the-scenes looks at the Harry Potter films, including Diagon Alley and movie sets. Nature lovers can explore Cassiobury Park’s wetland reserve, while history enthusiasts will appreciate the Watford Museum and the Herts Fire Museum, which showcases firefighting artifacts from the mid-19th century. Families can enjoy dog-friendly Cheslyn House & Gardens, Hollywood Bowl Watford Atria, Rock Up Watford, and Putt Club Crazy Golf Watford.

Despite its proximity to London and its presence on the Tube map, Watford proudly maintains its distinct Hertfordshire character, celebrated by its residents. The town’s excellent transport links and unique charm make it an attractive location for both business and leisure.

Education and workforce

The town’s large, educated, skilled, and ambitious workforce significantly boosts rental demand. Residents have access to renowned universities such as the London School of Economics, Birkbeck University, Imperial College, University College London (UCL), and King’s College via London Euston. Moreover, there are several Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ schools nearby, ensuring excellent educational opportunities for families. Therefore, it is ideal both for families and professionals.

Lifestyle and amenities

The Clarendon provides a range of lifestyle amenities, including a picturesque 25th-floor sky garden, 24-hour concierge, roof terrace, cinema room, cycle storage, and a gym. The development is surrounded by a variety of cafes and independent stores on the High Street, which is just 5 minutes away. For those who drive, the nearby M1 and M25 motorways offer easy access to the British countryside, and car park spaces are available for purchase.

The Clarendon works: Enhancing business landscape

Adjacent to the residential building, The Clarendon Works has achieved practical completion, offering 140,000 square feet of Grade A office space. Nearly 80% pre-let, this state-of-the-art development includes tenants like the National Lottery operator Allwyn and Seiko Epson Corporation.

The building operates entirely on renewable energy and targets BREEAM Excellent and EPC A ratings, ensuring low operational costs and high sustainability standards. Watford also is home to several UK and international corporate headquarters, including KPMG, which is located in the same road of The Claredon, Wickes, JD Wetherspoon, Majestic Wine, and Camelot.

Over the next 10 to 15 years, more than £1.5 billion worth of investment will be leveraged by Watford Borough Council, creating thousands of new homes and jobs. The 2024 UK Vitality Index ranked Watford first out of the UK’s 100 largest urban areas, underscoring its appeal as a prime business and residential location.

A place to thrive

The Clarendon offers studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and penthouse apartments, with an expected completion date in October 2024. With high-specification interiors and 360-degree views of Hertfordshire’s countryside. With its strategic location, luxurious amenities, and excellent transport links, The Clarendon offers an ideal living and investment opportunity in Watford. Whether you are a young professional, a family or a business, The Claredon and The Clarendon Works provide a dynamic environment to thrive and succeed.

Discover The Clarendon in the UK’s top place to live and work

Join us on August 10-11 for a special event to learn more about The Clarendon. Seminars will cover topics such as boosting the rental value of your apartment and why Watford is the UK’s top place to live and work.

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Disclaimer:

To buy or not to buy non-local off-plan properties? Assess the risks before you buy! 境外樓花買唔買？計過風險先好買！ *Prices and details are correct at the time of going to press. Expected rental yield per annum, not guaranteed. **Selected apartment units only, subject to terms and conditions. ^Travel times are an approximation only, sourced from Transport for London and Google Maps, and may reference driving, public transport, cycling and/or walking times. Planning permission No.:17/00470/FUL issued by Watford Brough Council. Lease Term: 999 years (from 21 Jan 2022). Purchasers are acquiring an interest in the land, the building to be erected thereon and/ or a right to use and occupy the properties in the building. Estimated Completion Date: Oct 2024. Computer-generated images for illustrative purposes only. Purchasing uncompleted properties situated outside Hong Kong is complicated and contains risk. You should review all relevant information and documents carefully before making a purchase decision. If in doubt, please seek independent professional advice before making a purchase decision. The non-licensed staff engage in estate agency work exclusively in relation to properties outside Hong Kong and they are not licensed to deal with any property situated in Hong Kong. Property reference number:BRHK-UK240609. Last update: 31 July 2024. Benham & Reeves (Hong Kong) Limited License No. C-092169.