The Lake District is one of the most popular holidaymaking destinations in England, but Cumbria has so much more to show visitors and residents alike. Come and see what we mean, as we explore this large, green and uniquely beautiful county. Some of the best new builds in Cumbria can be found right here on our list of top-ranked developments.
New build homes in Cumbria: 5 best developments
The following list is made up of the top-ranked new build property developments currently on HomeViews. All rankings are determined purely on the basis of scores given 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.
The top-rated new build development in Cumbria, according to verified reviews from residents, is Woolner Brook in Wigton, CA7. The scheme offers a new collection of two, three and four-bedroom homes designed for modern living. Situated in a central location in a thriving market town, it features open-plan living spaces and proximity to beautiful scenery and villages. It’s just off the High Street, boasting a range of shops and a weekly market, close to highly-rated schools, and is only 12 miles from Carlisle and an 11-minute drive to the Lake District National Park.
Taking second place, and situated in an idyllic location near the Lake District, Stone Cross Mansions is a new housing development in Ulverston. Overlooking beautiful gardens and with a backdrop of tree-lined scenery, the original Grade II listed mansion house will be brought back to its former glory with two and three bedroom apartments and a further range of four and five bedroom executive, detached homes. There is also a gatehouse included in this refurbishment of 65 new homes.
Our third-placed Cumbria-based development is Strawberry Grange, which is located just a five-minute drive from Cockermouth, right on the northwestern edge of the Lake District. It offers a variety of detached, semi-detached and terraced homes with a mix of three to five bedrooms. Each home features a high specification throughout, including a fully integrated kitchen, patio and bi-folding doors.
Taking fourth place in Cumbria is Amberwood by the developer Charles Church. Amberwood sits on the edge of Carlisle. Comprising a range of four and five bedroom homes, the development is positioned within easy reach of the Lake District and the many outdoor activities to be found there.
The fifth spot in our top apartments for Cumbria, Carleton Meadows is located in the historic market town of Penrith in the scenic county of Cumbria and offers a wide range of properties. Carleton Meadows is a five-minute drive of the town centre and all the local facilities the town has to offer. There’s convenient access to the M6 connecting Penrith with Carlisle to the north and Birmingham, Manchester, and Liverpool to the south.
Sitting sixth and positioned high above the stunning Eden Valley, Woodberry Heights is a new development in the historic market town of Penrith. It offers a offers a luxury collection of five-bedroom homes which benefit from breath-taking views all around.
Taking seventh place is Edgehill Park with its range of 3, 4 & 5 bedroom detached and semi detached homes. Situated on the coast of West Cumbria, Whitehaven town centre is within in walking distance and the development is within easy reach of the Lake District National Park.
Eighth-placed Roman Heights brings a selection of modern homes to Cockermouth, the popular market town with a variety of public amenities, shops and leisure facilities. Additionally, there is close access to excellent schools nearby.
Sittin ninth and located in the small town of Longtown, Briar Lea Park offers a choice of contemporary 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes. Surrounded by countryside, Briar Lea Park is an idyllic setting for those who enjoy being close to nature. Yet with the centre of Carlisle several minutes away and the small market town of Brampton 10 miles away, a variety of amenities are nearby.
10th placed Aspen Grange is situated on the edge of Carlisle. The homes have been designed with modern living in mind, featuring high specification kitchen appliances, bi-fold or French doors and gardens bigger than the average new build.
You’ll find Cumbria tucked right into the top-left corner of England, the most north-westerly part of the North West. It’s also the second northernmost county in England, after Northumberland, and shares a border with Scotland. Its western border is the Irish Sea, while Durham, North Yorkshire and Lancashire make up the rest of its neighbours.
Why live in Cumbria?
One of the main reasons people decide to move to Cumbria is the stunning scenery. Admittedly, Cumbria has plenty of stiff competition nearby – Yorkshire especially – but it also has the Lake District. This is famous throughout the UK and internationally as one of the jewels in the country’s crown in terms of outstanding natural beauty.
While the lure of the Lake District is strong and well justified, the whole county is something of a treasure trove for nature lovers. It’s practically overflowing with mountains, rivers, lakes, forests and wild coastline. Consequently, Cumbria offers everyone who lives there unmatched access to green spaces, excellent air quality, and variety of wildlife.
As well as the green power of Cumbria, there’s also the welcoming nature of its communities. It’s a predominantly rural county, but it still has plenty of bustling market towns, like Kendal and Penrith, and the city of Carlisle. Tourism is a major industry for the county, and every part of it is geared towards showing off its incredible natural attributes while also showing newcomers a good time. This makes Cumbria a fun, welcoming and friendly place to be.
Despite its tourism prowess, living space is another benefit of living in Cumbria. Even though it’s the second-largest county in England, less than 500,000 people live here. Wherever you go, you won’t feel boxed in, not even in the high season for tourism.
You would think that the cachet of having the Lake District at its heart would make Cumbria an expensive prospect for buying property. In reality, it measures up quite well against the national average. In January 2025, Rightmove recorded the Cumbria house price average at £229,287. This is significantly lower than the overall average house price for England recorded at £306,000 in November 2024 by the ONS.
Make sure you check back on this list, as we regularly make updates based on new developments and reviews. If you want to see more of Cumbria, and the developments listed on the site, click the area guide below.
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