Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Malvern, Worcestershire

Variously known as Great Malvern and Malvern Spa, the town of Malvern nestles on the flanks of the Malvern Hills. The name "Malvern" is derived from the Celtic term for "bare hill". Malvern owes its prosperity to the development of hydrotherapy treatment at the spa in the late 18th century. Malvern is also renowned all over the UK for hosting an annual agricultural show (in June) at the Three Counties Showground. Much of Malvern's ornate architecture dates from the Victorian period, and when searching for houses for sale in Malvern, you will find this is reflected in the selection of imposing Victorian houses on the market. As well as Victorian properties, there are modern purpose built blocks of flats, large detached Edwardian properties, bungalows and modern town houses. Many of the properties benefit from unspoilt views of the Malvern Hills. Equestrian properties for sale, houses with land and farms can be found in more rural locations in the areas surrounding Malvern.

Amenities for properties in Malvern

Malvern is an unconventional shopping centre, thanks to its hillside setting, with shoppers building up a good appetite walking up and down the steeply set high street. There are bookshops, antique dealers, as well as auctions from time to time, not to mention quality furniture, galleries, fashion and food. The Malvern estate agents say people considering the area can expect to live in a town with a low crime rate, and one that has good amenities which include a concert hall, swimming baths with a fitness suite, a cinema and theatre, which stages many pre and post West End productions. For families considering Malvern property, education is available at a number of schools in the area, amongst which there are; The Chase, Malvern St James, The Elms at Colwall and Malvern College.

Transport for Malvern

By road, Malvern is close to the M5 and M50 motorways, and by rail, direct services operate from Great Malvern Station to London Paddington Station and to Birmingham New Street Station. Birmingham International Airport is just 45 minutes by car from Malvern.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Malvern, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Pershore, Worcester and Droitwich.