Sandy is one of the fastest growing towns in Bedfordshire owing to its rural lifestyle and the fact that London is only 45 minutes' by train. It is also close to major centres of employment such as Peterborough, Stevenage, Hitchin, Bedford and Cambridge. Sandy is dominated by a range of hills known as the Sand Hills, and is mentioned in the Domesday Book, where it is referred to as Sandeia, a derivation from the Old English 'Sandieg', which means sand-island.
To give an idea of the price of houses for sale in Sandy, you can find three-bedroom, terraced houses from £170,000 and four-bedroom, detached houses from £240,000. Substantial family homes offering five bedrooms and often Grade II listed are available through Sandy estate agents for £400,000 and above. There are a few houses in the region of £650,000 that can only be described as mansions. If you are seeking flats for sale in Sandy they are much rarer and are priced from £120,000.
Amenities for property in Sandy
St. Swithun's Church in Sandy is the burial place of Sir Frederick Liddell, whose sister Alice provided the inspiration for Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. The Royal Society for the Preservation of Birds has its headquarters in Sandy Warren, surrounded by over 100 acres of woodland and formal gardens criss-crossed with nature trails and spotted with hides for observing birds and wildlife. Sandy is a very pretty town with the amenities you'd expect including clubs and societies and leisure facilities such as Sandy Sports and Community Centre which offers four badminton courts, two squash courts, a full-size Astro pitch, a theatre and a bar.
Transport in Sandy
Sandy is situated on the A1, to the west of town. The A603 leads to Bedford, and the B1042 to Potton and Cambridge. The railway station in Sandy is on the East Coast Main Line providing services to Peterborough and London King's Cross. Local bus routes include the 171 and 172 from Hitchin to Bedford and the East Beds Dart services Biggleswade and Sandy.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Sandy, which is covered by postcode SG19, you may also like to consider neighbouring towns such as Biggleswade, Bedford, Shefford, Arlesey, Letchworth, and Hitchin.
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An Immaculatley presented 2/3 bedroom victorian middle terrace cottage positioned within a street just off Sandy town centre. Ideally located for access to town centre amenties as well as mainline...
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This Victorian detached family home is believed to be one of the largest residential properties within Sandy and is situated within walking distance of the Town Centre. Commanding a generous...
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This exquisite four double bedroom detached family home offers a cul-de-sac location within the highly desirable 'Fallowfields' development in Sandy. (contd...)
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** CHAIN FREE** * POPULAR LOCATION*
A superb three bedroom family home offered in 'show home' condition close to playing fields.
This fine property comprises of lounge, kitchen/di
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PROPERTY ADDRESS : 45 COLLEGE ROAD, SANDY, SG19 1RG
We have received an offer of £100,000, on the above property.
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An excellent opportunity to purchase this superb greatly extended and very spacious four bedroom detached family home, nestled to the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the village of Beeston. This fine...
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** LARGE PLOT**
**MODERNISATION REQUIRED**
Taylors are delighted to offer a rare chance to purchase a four bed semi detached Victorian town house with cellar and on a g
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Extended and refurbished semi detached property. Benefiting from entrancehallway, sitting room, fitted kitchen, dining room, family room, three bedroomsand family bathroom. In addition there is...
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* Extended semi detached property * Sought after area * Four bedrooms * Separate reception rooms * Spacious kitchen/breakfast room * Sitting room with open fire place * Upvc double glazing * Gas...
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An excellent opportunity to purchase this very well presented and surprisingly spacious two bedroom modern home, situated within the village of Beeston on a no through road. This superb home...