Southern Housing’s Wharf Twenty One is a striking new riverside neighbourhood in Shoreham-by-Sea, offering first-time buyers and local residents the chance to own a Shared Ownership home in a sought-after waterside setting.
Wharf Twenty One is bringing 169 homes to market through Shared Ownership. With deposits from under £2,975 for a one-bedroom apartment and £4,030 for a two-bedroom apartment, Wharf Twenty One makes it possible for hopeful homeowners to secure a stylish new home with lower upfront costs. Estimated monthly costs start from £968 for a one-bedroom apartment and £1,284 for a two-bedroom apartment, helping open up homeownership to those who might otherwise be priced out of the market.
Wharf Twenty One is a two-phase development at the forefront of Shoreham’s regeneration programme. The 3.5-acre riverside site is being transformed to create landscaped public areas and open up access to the waterfront. Once known as Shoreham’s commercial port, the area is now designated as a regeneration zone that will see significant investment in housing, employment space, cafés and restaurants, creating a lively new destination.
By 2031, Shoreham Harbour is set to become a thriving waterfront of sustainable, mixed-use neighbourhoods alongside a consolidated and enhanced Shoreham Port, which will continue to play a vital role in the local economy. Wharf Twenty One marks the start of this journey, offering residents high-specification homes and an early, more affordable route to homeownership in the town’s future.
The architectural design of Wharf Twenty One takes inspiration from Shoreham’s 20th-century heritage, with art deco influences referencing local landmarks such as Brighton City Airport. Bright white façades, stepped designs and waterside terraces make the most of natural light and river views. Each building has been positioned to maximise views of the River Adur, while thoughtful landscaping and commercial spaces help balance practicality with design.
Each home features open-plan layouts, integrated Zanussi and Lamona appliances and private outdoor space, while landscaped courtyards and riverside walkways connect the development into the wider community.
The development will include a new riverside walk and cycleway, a plaza and forthcoming commercial spaces, bringing life to a previously inaccessible stretch of waterfront. With the beach and South Downs on the doorstep and Brighton just minutes away by train, it offers a strong mix of coast, countryside and city connections.
On the banks of the River Adur, Wharf Twenty One is just a 10-minute walk from Shoreham-by-Sea station, with links to Brighton in under 10 minutes, Worthing in seven minutes and London Victoria in just over an hour. The A27 and A259 are also close by for road connections across the South Coast and into the capital. Parking is available with all homes.
Shoreham’s historic town centre is moments away, with a mix of independent cafés, restaurants and shops, alongside regular farmers’ and vintage markets. The beach and South Downs National Park are both nearby for weekend escapes, while local schools and leisure facilities add to the area’s appeal for families.
Homes at Wharf Twenty One are available through Shared Ownership. Prices start from £29,750 for a 10% share of a one-bedroom home (FMV: £297,500).
For more information, visit https://shnewhomes.co.uk.
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