New homes in scunthorpe

Located in Lincolnshire just south of the Humber, Scunthorpe is a large market town close to England’s North Sea coast. Not far from Hull and Grimsby, houses in Scunthorpe are also close to Doncaster and Lincoln, while Sheffield and Leeds are both around 45 miles away. 

 

The East Midlands town may be famous for its steel industry, but this is a brilliant place to live if you enjoy exploring beautiful outdoor settings, particularly along the seafront. Get to know the ‘Industrial Garden Town’ even better once you choose from our developments closest to Scunthorpe below.

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Hawk View
Hawk View
Baffin Way, Brough, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU15 1WP
  • £190,000 to £475,000
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • In the small town of Brough, you’ll discover Hawk View; spacious, sustainable homes designed to help reduce your carbon footprint. On the edge of a Special Area of Conservation, you can enjoy fishing, boating, and watching the local wildlife - all within a short walk. Nearby schools boast ‘Outstanding’ and ‘Good’ Ofsted ratings. Commuters will appreciate the easy access to the A63 and M62.
Hesslewood Park
Hesslewood Park
Jenny Brough Lane, Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU13 0FE
  • £125,000 to £368,000
  • 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Hesslewood Park is a collection of luxury homes in Hessle. Surrounded by picturesque farmland, your new home is just minutes from the Humber Bridge and A164, connecting you to Hull city centre and beyond. Families will appreciate excellent local schools, including the OFSTED-rated 'Outstanding' Swanland Primary School. Everyone will enjoy the lovely cafes and shops in the vibrant town centre. 
Minster View
Minster View
Voase Way (off Woodmansey Mile), Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 8FF
  • £212,000 to £440,000
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • On the southern edge of Beverley, Minster View is a collection of energy-efficient homes within walking distance of the historic town centre. You'll be conveniently located to enjoy the independent shops and cafes Beverley has to offer. Beverley Westwood is just a 15-minute stroll away. Families will also benefit from being close to the OFSTED-rated 'Outstanding' Keldmarsh Primary School.
Wolds View
Wolds View
The Balk, Pocklington, East Riding Of Yorkshire, YO42 2NY
  • £241,500 to £559,000
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • Wolds View is a collection of enhanced energy-efficient homes. A short walk from Pocklington town centre - where you'll find essential amenities including shops, sports facilities, and health care - making this a great, sustainable place to call home. Local schools include the renowned Pocklington School. Homes available with 30% discount with First Homes - see below for details.
High Forest
High Forest
Louth Road, New Waltham, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN36 4RT
  • £164,995 to £345,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • This new community is conveniently placed with a variety of fantastic local amenities on your doorstep. Families will also be pleased to know there are Ofsted rated 'Good' and 'Outstanding' schools nearby.  High Forest is ideally placed for commutable access to Grimsby town centre with a bus station being a 60 second walk from the development. There is also excellent commuter links close by; your new home is only 17 miles from the M180 and 15 miles from Humberside Airport. Living here, you will also be just a short drive from the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds Nature Reserve and Cleethorpes Beach.  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.
Bramble Wood
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Bramble Wood
Main Street, Wheldrake, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 6NA
  • Coming soon
  • This collection of spacious, energy-efficient 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes offer the best of both worlds - a sustainable home in a rural location and good commuter links to the historic city of York.  Families will benefit from the nearby Thorganby School, which enjoys a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating. The 'Outstanding’ Fulford School and Archbishop Holgate's School are within a short drive or bus journey.
Porters Way
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Porters Way
Cemetery Lane, Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO25 5ET
  • Coming soon
  • Porters Way is a collection of luxury energy-efficient, family homes, set in the popular town of Driffield, just a few minutes’ drive from the Yorkshire Wolds. Close to the Yorkshire Coast, and just a 20-minute walk from the town centre, your new home will allow you to enjoy all that both town and country have to offer. York, Beverley, and Hull are easily accessible both by car and train.

What is life like in Scunthorpe?

Whether you’re enjoying a round of golf, shopping in the town centre or exploring nature reserves, there’s something for everyone close to your new home in Scunthorpe. With excellent transport links and good local amenities, Scunthorpe could tick all the right boxes for you and your family.

What is the history of Scunthorpe?

Scunthorpe was mentioned in the Domesday Book, but it wasn’t until the mid 19th century that the town grew thanks to the local iron industry. As the population boomed during the following century, Scunthorpe absorbed many surrounding rural villages including Ashby and Bottesford. To this day, Scunthorpe is still a key player in the UK iron and steel industry.

What are business and industry like in Scunthorpe?

One of the biggest businesses in Scunthope is British Steel, while other employers in the area include Kestrel Building Products, North Lincolnshire Council and Wren Kitchens in Barton upon Humber, while Doncaster is home to DFS Furniture, Ballyvesey Holdings and Polypipe Group.

What is there to see and do in Scunthorpe?

Scunthorpe is home to a wide range of sights and attractions, from history at the North Lincolnshire Museum to entertainment at The Plowright Theatre, and shopping at The Foundry and North Lincolnshire Shopping Park.

Wildlife and nature in Scunthorpe

If you enjoy the great outdoors, you can visit Ashby Ville Nature Reserve, Normanby Hall Country Park or Elsham Hall Country Park, while the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are only a short drive away.

Childrens activities in Scunthorpe

For families moving to the area, Shepherds Place Farm and Pink Pig Farm are both popular with the little ones, while the Trolleybus Museum at Sandtoft is also a great kid-friendly attraction. 

Other attractions in Scunthorpe

Other places of interest in and around Scunthorpe include The Pods leisure centre, Grange Park Golf Course and Glanford Park, home of Scunthorpe United Football Club.

How are the Scunthorpe transport links?

Scunthorpe is close to the M180, providing good transport links by road, while the train station has regular services to Doncaster, Manchester and beyond.

Travelling by train from Scunthorpe

To get to Doncaster, the journey by train takes just 25 minutes while the car journey takes around 35 minutes depending on traffic. Sheffield can be reached in 50 minutes by car or one hour by train, while Lincoln can be reached in 45 minutes and Leeds can be reached in one hour.

Manchester is around one hour 50 minutes away by car or train, while the quickest way to get to London is by train, with a journey time of two hours 40 minutes changing at Doncaster.

Airports near Scunthorpe

If you’re going on holiday, Doncaster Sheffield Airport is only a 45 minute drive from the town.

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