New Homes in Thrapston

Lying close to the River Nene in the East Midlands, Thrapston is a small town surrounded by lots of beautiful natural scenery in Northamptonshire. New homes in Thrapston are very close to Kettering and Wellingborough, while it’s half an hour’s drive to Northampton and 50 minutes to Leicester.

Whether you’re heading to the play area of Barnwell Country Park with the kids, walking around the Stanwick Lakes or visiting the Lyveden National Trust property, the Titchmarsh Nature Reserve is also perfect for relaxing days with the family. You can browse our latest developments near Thrapston below, and start your journey to a new home.

Living in Thrapston

If you’re looking for a place to live which combines a quiet, rural location with excellent links to other parts of the East Midlands and beyond, buying a new home in Thrapston could be the perfect thing to do. And thanks to offers such as our Part Exchange scheme, you can look forward to a stress-free, cost-effective move to get you started in your new life. 

Things to see and do in Thrapston

This is a wonderful area to base yourself if you love spending time outdoors going for walks, bike rides or runs in picturesque settings. As well as miles of open countryside surrounding the town, local highlights include Titchmarsh Nature Reserve and the 750-acre Stanwick Lakes, which is perfect for a family day out. 

Barnwell Country Park also fits that particular bill with its play areas complementing the peaceful walking trails you’ll find, while the Twywell Hills and Dales deliver another beautiful spot to explore. Go for long walks along the River Nene, which flows through the heart of Thrapston, and head down to the local sailing club to ply your trade on the water. 

Education

Opposite Peace Memorial Park on Market Road, Thrapston Primary is the town’s school for younger children. There are other options in the surrounding area, such as Woodford CofE, Titchmarsh CofE and Ringstead CofE, which are all classed as good by Ofsted. 

There isn’t a secondary school in Thrapston itself, but Bishop Stopford School is neighbouring Kettering is outstanding, according to the education board. Wellingborough’s Manor School Sports College is another good option close to town. 

Transport links in Thrapston

Thrapston’s train station closed back in 1959, leaving buses as the town’s main form of public transport. If you have a car, you can enjoy excellent access to the A1(M) motorway, as well as the A6116, A605, A45 and A14. Kettering is only a 15-minute drive away, while it’s only a touch longer to get to Wellingborough. 

The Thrapston property market

There’s been substantial redevelopment in Thrapston in recent years, leading to a property boom that’s seen house prices rise significantly higher than the UK average. You get what you pay for in this area though, which offers such a very high quality of life. 

There are still homes to suit all kinds of budget though, with everything from 1 bedroom apartments to 3 bed semis and 5 bed detached homes along Market Road. So take a look around what’s happening in the area, and give us a call today to discuss initiatives such as the Help to Buy scheme.