Affluent, appealing, and offering plenty of attractive places to live, Cheshire is a regular feature in publications’ lists of most desirable counties in England. It offers longstanding residents and newcomers alike a great mix of idyllic countryside and historic market towns alongside more buzzing and dynamic urban centres. If this sounds like your cup of tea, then take a look at our roundup of the best new build homes in Cheshire – according to the residents themselves.
New build homes in Cheshire: 10 best developments
If you want to know what kind of property prospects Cheshire offers, look no further. The following list is the top-ranked new build property developments in the county. As with all our lists, we base this solely on the scores provided by verified residents.
*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.
Where is Cheshire?
Cheshire is one of the North West counties of England. It’s tucked in between Greater Manchester and Merseyside to the north, and Shropshire and Staffordshire to the south. It also borders the northern part of Wales.
What’s it like to live in Cheshire?
The North West of England as a region has seen a surge of popularity in recent years. The area’s proximity to beautiful landscapes and the booming infrastructure means people are flocking to the North West. Cheshire is one of the most popular places for people looking to relocate to the North West. Not only that, the county is one of the more affluent and cosmopolitan in the region. There are plenty of characterful towns and villages here, making it an attractive prospect for house hunters.
What are average property prices in Cheshire like?
You have probably already guessed it, but Cheshire is not the cheapest place to buy property. In August 2023, Zoopla put the Cheshire house price average at nearly £292,000. This is significantly higher than the average for the North West of England, where the average price is £221,224, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics.
However, this average covers a wide range of areas, property types and prices. Cheshire is famous for attracting big money to buy big mansions, but it has plenty of more realistic property prospects too. Flats in Cheshire currently fetch asking prices of around £154,000 and terraced houses around £183,000. Again, this is based on Zoopla estimates.
If you’re planning to rent in Cheshire, the countywide average is £1,356 per calendar month, according to home.co.uk. Again, this will vary widely depending on the kind of property you want to rent. One bedroom properties are available for around £836 per calendar month, while five bedroom houses cost an average monthly rent of over £4,200.
What are Cheshire’s main advantages?
Cheshire has a lot to commend it, starting with its wealth of historic towns and villages. The combination of wealth and desirable property across the county even led to the coining of Cheshire’s so-called ‘Golden Triangle’. The exact boundaries and coordinates of this area are up for debate, but the three points are generally considered to be Wilmslow, Prestbury and Alderley Edge.
At the heart of the county is historic Chester itself. This walled cathedral city features a wealth of culture and history combined with the convenience of modern living. It offers a lively atmosphere while still remaining true to its historic roots.
Cheshire is also an extremely green county, with what seems like endless scenes of rural beauty, including rolling hills and meandering waterways. There are 13 National Trust sites within the county, and dozens more directly on its doorstep.
Cheshire is also a known as a commuter haven, with its excellent transport links to the likes of Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham. If you want to work in a big city and come home to a cosy town or rural idyll, Cheshire is for you.
And last but definitely not least, Cheshire is home to surfeit of ‘outstanding’ and ‘good’ Ofsted-rated schools. There are five ‘outstanding’ rated schools within Chester alone, making it an excellent choice for raising a family.
If the appeal of living in Chester comes through from our list, then make sure you check out our dedicated area guide below. Here you’ll find a wider range of new homes in Cheshire, all supported by an expanding range of verified resident reviews.
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