New Homes in Leicester
Just under 40 miles from Birmingham, Leicester is the county town of Leicestershire in the East Midlands. With Nottingham only half an hour away on the train, houses in Leicester are also just a 20-minute drive from Loughborough.
As a large city, there’s lots to do in Leicester, whether you’re shopping and dining out, exploring museums and galleries, or visiting the National Space Centre and Abbey Park. From spots close to the city centre or towns like Wigston and Barkby Thorpe on the outskirts, don’t miss our developments closest to Leicester below.
• Birmingham • Leicestershire • East Midlands • Nottingham • Loughborough
• National Space Centre • Abbey Park • Wigston • Barkby Thorpe
- £279,995 to £504,995
- 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
- Discover your new home nestled in the countryside at this blossoming community, whilst being just a short walk away from local amenities. With a Primary School within walking distance, Fosse Park a short drive away and excellent road and rail links, you will have everything you need close by. Benefit from semi-rural living and enjoy the best of both worlds, by living here at New Lubbesthorpe.
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- £318,995 to £534,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- This new community offers the best of both worlds, with amenities nearby in Thurmaston and Hamilton, two farm shops on your doorstep and great road links. Plus, you’ll be able to reach Leicester within a 20 minute drive.Alongside plenty of greenspace, this new community will feature a sports pavilion too.
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- From £359,995
- 3 bedroom
- The final home at Wigston Meadows is set amongst green open space in a sought-after cul-de-sac location. As a resident, you'll border open countryside, while being a short walk to the town centre, where there are high street retailers and supermarkets.
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- £317,995 to £599,995
- 3 and 5 bedroom
- Set in the beautiful village of Hugglescote, you’ll enjoy plenty of green open space, with woodland walks on your doorstep as well as the town centre and village school. You’ll benefit from being at the heart of the National Forest with great access to the M1, M42 & A50 including East Midlands Airport.
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- £335,995 to £527,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Nestled in the countryside within walking distance of the sought-after village of East Leake, find your new home at The Skylarks. Many homes here overlook green open spaces and farmland. East Leake gives you the best of both worlds, boasting great road links to Loughborough, Nottingham, Derby, and Leicester, all while enjoying village life in this popular setting.
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- £341,495 to £544,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Set on the outskirts of Nuneaton, Callendar Farm offers great transport links with the A5 close by, plenty of amenities and a choice of excellent schools within walking distance, including Milby Primary School. Nuneaton and Hinckley are both a short drive and have many supermarkets, eateries and high street retailers. For a great day out, Birmingham can be reached via train within 30 minutes.
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- All homes at The Moorings have now sold. Click here to get updates in case any homes come back on the market. We have a range of homes available at our sought after development, Ashlawn Gardens, CV22 5PP.
- £324,995 to £713,995
- 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- Set on the outskirts of Dunchurch, this sought-after community offers the best of both worlds. Surrounded by countryside with tree-lined footpaths, Ashlawn Gardens also has great road links to Coventry, Birmingham, Leicester, and just an hour’s commute to London via train.
- £279,000 to £465,000
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Overlooking endless woodland and green open space Priors Hall Park, Corby is ideally located on the outskirts of Weldon Village. Featuring a collection of thoughtfully designed 3 and 4-bedroom homes just a stone's throw from Corby. This thriving community is already home to schools, play areas, a café, a district centre with a supermarket and range of services. Plus, an impressive amphitheatre and extensive outdoor space excellent for community events. Contact Olivia on 07717 806648 or visit us today; use What3Words: autumn.selection.fewer
- £284,995 to £454,995
- 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- The 3rd phase of Drakelow Park offers traditional homes located on the edge of the National Forest. Local amenities are on your doorstep whilst the town centre is 10 minutes away that offers you a range of amenities. Popular towns of Burton, Lichfield and Tamworth are a short drive away with great road and rail links nearby for commuters.
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- £372,995 to £689,995
- 4 and 5 bedroom
- Set within the Nottinghamshire countryside in the sought-after Vale of Belvoir, your new home within an established community is a short walk from Bingham town centre. A new primary school is a few minutes’ walk and you'll benefit from great road and rail links nearby. You'll also find plenty of bicycle and walking routes throughout the development.
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- NOW SOLD OUT! Don't miss out on the chance to join our happy community of homeowners at Herons Reach in Tamworth. You'll love where we're located. We're just a 20 minute walk from Ventura Park and 2 miles from the town centre, where you'll find a great range of shops, bars and restaurants. We're close to some great schools as well as family activities including the Snow Dome, Drayton Manor Park and Tamworth Castle. For local and national travel, we're a short drive from Tamworth train station with direct links into Birmingham, and easy road links via the M42, A5 and M6.
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- £271,995 to £459,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Saving the best until last, explore the final Parkside phase on the superior rural edge of the development. Hanwood Park is a new community, which will offer parks, shops, schools, cycle ways & sport facilities. Benefit from open space and countryside walks. We're open Thursday to Monday, pop in or book your appointment here.
- £450,000 to £1,200,000
- 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- Discover our finest collection of just 96 homes at Ashtree Grove, in the prestigious village of Hampton in Arden. Enjoy high street shops, bars and restaurants in Solihull's vibrant town centre, less than 5 miles from home. By train, reach Birmingham Airport in 2 minutes, the city centre in 22 minutes or London Euston in 1 hour 17 minutes. With easy links to the M42, this is the perfect place to call home. Homes on this development meet the latest building regulations, which sets the standards for energy performance and carbon emissions. Click here to find out more.
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- £328,995 to £754,995
- 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- Our phone lines are currently down, please call 07884 801097 or email overstonegatedwh@dwh.co.uk.Visit this established & fast-selling edge of Northampton development, with 10 different house types to explore. Between the villages of Moulton and Overstone you'll discover nearby amenities, within the new Northampton School catchment and instant access to the A43 with fantastic travel both road & rail. We're open 7 days a week, visit us to find out more.
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- £495,000 to £700,000
- 4 and 5 bedroom
- Discover our luxury homes Anson Gardens in the quaint village of Fradley, near Lichfield. Stroll along the canal to Fradley Junction to enjoy a refreshing drink at the Swan Inn or drive into Lichfield to find a great choice of restaurants, bars and cafes. For easy travel, the A38 provides easy links to Birmingham. There are two train stations in Lichfield for your daily commute.
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- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Glenvale Park is ideally located for families and commuters, discover this brand-new community amid 200 acres of green space that offers excellent road & rail links, and is just outside Wellingborough town. As well as local amenities right on your doorstep, designed with your needs in mind. All of our impressive homes on this development meet the latest building regulations, which set the standards for energy performance and carbon emissions, find out more.
- £259,995 to £434,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- You’ll feel the sense of rural charm living here. Energy-efficient homes are situated along tree-lined streets and nestled in private cul-de-sacs. Enjoy green open spaces on your doorstep, along with the idyllic Lincolnshire countryside and woodlands. Within walking distance from your home are local shops, traditional pubs and schooling for all ages. The A151 and A1 close by offer ideal road links.
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- £180,000 to £454,995
- 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
- Located in the heart of Nottinghamshire countryside, and surrounded by nature reserves, reservoirs and woodland, is a stunning collection of luxury 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes at Old Mill Farm, Brinsley. Boasting excellent energy efficiency, your new home will enjoy the very best of rural living, whilst being just 5 minutes from the M1 motorway for effortless commuting and access to surrounding cities Nottingham and Derby. You will also find an abundance of amenities and family activities on your doorstep, as well as ‘Good’ schools for children of all ages. Join our growing community today - book your appointment to see Karen who would love to help you make your dream move, or call her on 0177 377 0771.
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- £282,995 to £589,995
- 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- Wendel View, is on the cusp of Wilby just outside of Wellingborough. Wrapped in parkland and adjacent to rolling countryside. This development offers excellent value for money with easy commuter links to Luton & London. Discover our newest homes being built by our award-winning Site Manager. Visit Estera and Michelle to find out more. View our new virtual flythrough.
What is life like in Leicester?
A vibrant, multicultural city with a great size and location, there’s a lot to get excited about when you decide to live in Leicester. Anxious about moving home? Don’t be with offers like our stress-busting Part Exchange initiative, where we could also save you thousands on estate agents fees by acting as a guaranteed buyer for your current home.
What is there to see and do in Leicester?
Leicester’s size means it’s great for walking around, always the best way to fully get to grips with the character, atmosphere and layout of a city. Stroll to notable spots such as the Guildhall as well as the castle and cathedral, and be sure to visit Abbey Park on a pleasant day. Here you’ll find a pretty boating lake next to the historic Augustinian abbey.
The excellent National Space Museum is a short hop from here, while New Walk Museum and Art Gallery is another cultural attraction well worth your time. Just round the corner from here is Town Hall Square with its fountain and seven-century-old market, while heading out towards the edge of town you’ll find open spaces such as Bradgate Park and Watermead Country Park.
What is education like in Leicester?
This is a great place to live if you have children or want to start a family. Parks Primary School in the New Parks part of town is rated as one of the best primaries in the area, and classed as outstanding by Ofsted. The same goes for Sparkenhoe Community Primary School on the edge of the city centre.
When they grow up your kids can move on to Beauchamp College in Oadby, which is to the south east of the city centre and also ranked as outstanding. The mixed-sex Rushey Mead Academy on Melton Road is another of the city’s top performing secondaries.
How are the Leicester transport links?
Leicester has the transport links to match its great location. The city’s main train station on London Road is a busy hub, while the city’s served by a large number of bus routes. The M1 motorway runs close to town, while East Midlands Airport is under 20 miles from the city centre. This is less than half an hour’s journey in the car, while there are also direct trains. Rail services to London, meanwhile, take around an hour and a half.
What is the Leicester property scene like?
House prices in Leicester are similar to the UK average, although there’s a wide variety of homes in and around the city centre which cater for a huge range of budgets. For example, you can find large 4 and 5 bedroom new builds suitable for growing families in places like Wigston and Fleckney.
Or you may prefer a 3 bed new build in charming rural settings such as along Fleckney Road in Kibworth. With great offers available on our new homes in the area, including our popular Movemaker scheme, don’t hesitate to pick up the phone to us today.
Feeling overwhelmed by the moving process? Dive into our comprehensive East Midlands property buying guide for all the essential information you need. Explore our diverse range of new homes in Leicester and seize incredible offers for a smooth and stress-free move.
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