These are the most wanted 'must-haves' in a new home

Magnolia painted walls, conservatories, and living near a good catchment area are all old hat when it comes to what modern Brits look for in a potential new home.

A new nationwide poll has revealed that ‘must-have’ features for new homes now include EV charge points, smart security , a home office and a veggie patch, to name but a few.

High on the list of priorities for home seekers aged 35 and under was having a garden big enough for a vegetable patch or greenhouse (23 per cent), space for a home office (31 per cent) and being close by a park or a green space (29 per cent).

Hidden storage areas, on-trend walk-in showers and large hallways also featured highly, with 28 per cent placing them as priorities, along with smart heating systems, and open plan living spaces.

While the study, by St. Modwen Homes, found that a quarter would like to buy a home that was near a swanky gym or fitness studio, 18 per cent would like a good butcher on their doorstep, 17 pe rcent would like a farm shop to be nearby, and the same number (17 percent) say that an artisan bakery in the area is essential.

Other desired local amenities include a good range of great takeaways (41 per cent) and quality local restaurants (36 per cent).