Women Shape A New Chapter At Lindfield Place

More than half of early purchasers at our Lindfield Place apartments, designed exclusively for later living, are single women seeking the perfect balance of independence and community. Of the first 15 apartments to be sold, nine have been purchased by solo women choosing to live their next chapter surrounded by comfort and community in a desirable seaside location.

Downsizing later in life can be daunting, but Lindfield Place is the site of a quiet revolution that reflects a wider reality: women over the age of 65 are far more likely to live alone than men of the same age. In the 65-74 age group, 59% of solo dwellers are women, which rises to 68% of those aged 75 and over[1].

The main reason for this is increased longevity; a woman of 65 can expect to live for another 20.8 years, whereas a man of 65 can expect to live another 18.3 years[2]. Men are also more likely than women to remarry after divorce or the death of a partner[3]. So, many single women aged 65 and over are making a proactive choice about how they envisage this chapter of their lives; they’re seeking independence, social connections and community.

And community is at the heart of all Roffey Homes developments; the homes we build offer comfort and luxurious living as well as communal spaces and welcoming neighbourhoods. At Lindfield Place, an exclusive residents’ lounge with a rooftop sun terrace provides something elusive in modern housing: a space where friendships can form without sacrificing privacy or autonomy.

“The beauty of Lindfield Place is that community is available when you want it, but never imposed,” says Ben Cheal, our Managing Director. “Residents can enjoy their own apartment, while they know that companionship, conversation, and connection are just moments away.”

Located on Lyndhurst Road and close to Waitrose and the Splashpoint leisure centre, Lindfield Place’s proximity to amenities means residents can maintain their active lifestyles. The beach, promenade, mainline train station and lively town centre are also all within easy reach, ensuring residents can maintain independence and mobility while enjoying the peace of mind that comes from living within a purpose-built development.

All the early purchasers at Lindfield Place already have connections to the Worthing area, with many having family ties that keep them rooted in the community they know and love. With 60% of apartments now sold, residents will begin moving in from the end of November

For the women who’ve chosen Lindfield Place as the home for their next chapter, the decision represents something more than a house move. It’s a choice to embrace this phase of life on their own terms and in their own way – independent, active, and connected to their community.

[1] https://www.ageuk.org.uk/siteassets/documents/reports-and-publications/reports-and-briefings/older-women-in-the-uk—age-uk.pdf

[2] https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/lifeexpectancies/bulletins/nationallifetablesunitedkingdom/2020to2022

[3] https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/populationandmigration/populationestimates/bulletins/populationestimatesbymaritalstatusandlivingarrangements/2002to2015

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