If you’re looking for a new home, Northamptonshire is a great place to consider. With plenty of beautiful countryside and charming market towns, it’s easy to see why this county is becoming increasingly popular. In this article, we’ll take a look at the 5 best new build developments in Northamptonshire. So if you’re thinking of making a move, read on for some inspiration!
New homes in Northamptonshire: 5 highest-rated developments
Let’s see what verified residents on HomeViews think of their new build homes in Northamptonshire. The following list ranks the top developments in the county, as determined by the scores given by reviewers. So let’s jump in and see if there’s anything in this East Midlands county that strikes your fancy.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how recently reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. More recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
The leading new build development in Northamptonshire, according to the review of verified residents, is Heartlands. This development of homes for sale by Jelson Homes is situated in the Priors Hall Park development in Corby. The site has easy access to the A43 and A47, and within reach of Kettering and Northampton.
Taking third place in Northamptonshire is Woodland Valley by Persimmon Homes, a collection of two, three and four-bedroom homes located on the outskirts of Rothwell. The market town of Rothwell is in a good location for Kettering, Market Harborough, and Corby, and the A14 is very close to Woodland Valley, creating a convenient link with both the M1 and the A1.
Jelson Homes sercues the top two spots in Northamptonshire, with Mountcroft taking second place. This new development is located in Long Buckby between Rugby and Northampton, with a train journey to London in an hour and ten minutes.
Fourth-placed Wendelburie Rise by Bovis Homes sits in Stanton Cross. The development sits on the eastern edge of the historic town of Wellingborough. Residents benefit a range of one to five-bed homes on offer. In addition, there is leisure, retail and office space being constructed. New public parks and schools are being built for the wider Stanton Cross development. Stanton Cross residential areas are divided into five phases, each with their own unique character, set within the first phase, is Wendelburie Rise.
Fifth-placed River View is the second phase of Redrow’s development at Barton Seagrave. River View has a selection of three, four and five-bedroom homes. Residents have a range of amenities nearby, from dining to leisure. For example, nearby Kettering has a variety of restaurants, Kettering Golf Club is located on the Headlands and the Odeon Cinema can be found on Pegasus Court. Additionally, the historic houses and estates Broughton House, Kelmarsh Hall and Gardens and Kirby Hall are all close by.
Taking sixth place, Oakley Rise is part of the Oakley Vale development, located just outside Corby. The development offers, 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes, some of the best schools in Northamptonshire are close by and there are a number of recreational play areas within Oakley Vale. Excellent transport links surround Oakley Vale, including the A14, M1 & M6. Oakley Vale is also only 2 miles from Corby railway station which runs hourly trains to London St Pancras.
Sitting in seventh, Meadow View Fields is a new development by Mulberry Homes offering 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes in the village of Moulton. Meadow View Fields compliments in countryside setting, offering residents a rural escape on the doorstep.
Eighth place is occupied by Cranford Chase, situated just outside Kettering in Barton Seagrave. It has the benefits of Kettering’s town centre, offering a wide selection of shopping and leisure facilities and is close to the A14
Sitting in ninth place, The Furlongs @ Towcester Grange by Persimmon Homes is located just 1 mile from Towcester town centre. Surrounded by Northamptonshire countryside, the development comprised of a range of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes. The development is a part of a new community hoping to provide retail units, a public house/restaurant, a doctors’ surgery, nursery/crèche and community hall, two new primary schools plus a hotel and conference centre.
Rounding off our list of the best new build developments in Northamptonshire, it’s Redhouse Farm at Towcester Grange. Developed by Bloor Homes, the development is comprised of a range of 3 and 4-bedroom houses just a short walk from local supermarkets, a post office, convenience stores, banks, a pharmacy and a selection of pubs, coffee shops and delightful restaurants.
What are average property prices in Northamptonshire like?
Northamptonshire is a relatively affordable place to live, with the average property price at the time of writing (February 2025) coming in at around £309,918. This is just above the average for England of £291,000 and higher than the East Midlands average, but lower than most of its neighbours in the South East and East of England. Of course, prices vary depending on where in the county you are looking, but this gives you a good idea of the range you can expect to find.
This price range puts it in a similar price category to neighbouring counties such as Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, but it’s still much more affordable than areas like London or Oxford.
Where is Northamptonshire?
Northamptonshire is a county in the East Midlands of England. It’s bordered by Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Leicestershire and Warwickshire.
Why live in Northamptonshire?
There are plenty of reasons to live in Northamptonshire. For starters, it’s a great place to raise a family – there are plenty of schools and activities available for children.
The county town of Northampton is also home to a buzzing nightlife and a wide range of shops, restaurants and bars. Northamptonshire is also home to some charming market towns, including Brackley, Daventry and Towcester.
And if you’re into outdoor pursuits, you’ll love living here – there are plenty of beautiful countryside spots to explore.
Our area guide to Northamptonshire below is constantly being updated with new build developments and reviews added by residents. If you want to find more of the best new build homes in Northamptonshire, be sure to check back regularly on the guide and this list of the top developments in the county.
Northamptonshire is a county in the East Midlands of England and is home to some attractive areas including Wellingborough with its lovely old buildings, Rushden with its many parks and lakes or Corby with its fantastic new-builds with modern amenities. The University of Northampton Read more about Northamptonshire
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