Home of the Peak District, Derbyshire is a prime piece of the East Midlands that keeps attracting attention from buyers and renters alike. If you’re considering a move to this part of the country, its property market has a lot to offer. Take a look at some of the best new build homes in Derbyshire, as rated by verified residents on HomeViews.
New builds in Derbyshire: 10 highest rated
Let’s get straight into it with our list of top-ranked developments in the county. As usual for HomeViews’, the ranking of these developments is based purely on the scores given by verified residents.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how recently reviews have been submitted, so they may not match the overall star ratings shown. More recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
Citra Living at Kenning Brook has shot straight to the top of the Derbyshire rankings in our latest update. Kenning Brook is a brand new development featuring a collection of three and four-bedroom homes. The homes at Kenning Brook have been designed to a high standard and benefit from a ‘fully inclusive’ specification. This includes a fully fitted kitchen, contemporary bathrooms and light, spacious living areas. Homes include open plan kitchen/diners, intergrated appliances, en-suites, parking and gardens. Homes at Kenning Brook will benefit from a new community, bringing with it an array of local amenities such as shopping, leisure facilities and an abundance of green spaces. Families also benefit from Ofsted rated “Good” schools nearby. As well as a variety of local facilities, Sheffield, Mansfield and Nottingham are all within easy reach. Additionally, Kenning Brook is just four miles from the M1 or six miles from Chesterfield Rail Station.
Read reviews and details of Lloyds Living at Kenning Brook, S45Another new entry at the latest update, Stephenson Grange debuts at number two in Derbyshire. The development from Lovell Homes hosts a collection of two, three and four-bedroom homes located in Holmewood, Chesterfield. As well as having good rail connections, the village is only a short drive away from the Derbyshire Peak District.
Read reviews and details of Stephenson Grange, S42Our third-placed development in Derbyshire is so close to the Leicestershire border that it has an ‘LE’ postcode! Ashby Gardens is a collection of three to five-bedroom homes situated in the market town of Ashby de la Zouch. It is well placed for commuters, with good access to Derby, Birmingham and Leicester. Residents love the design and facilities available here, as well as the highly convenient and attractive location.
Read reviews and details of Ashby Gardens, LE65Fourth place is taken by The Avenue, a collection of two, three and four-bedroom homes in Wingerworth. The village of Wingerworth is conveniently positioned just outside the town of Chesterfield, where you can find an excellent range of amenities. An award winning parkland and wildlife reserve are adjacent to the development.
Read reviews and details of The Avenue, S42Next, we head to Hilton village, which is just north of Burton upon Trent and only nine miles from Derby city centre. The development, Hilton Valley is a new addition under the ownership of by St Modwen Homes, offering semi-detached and terraced properties. All houses come with good sized rooms and plenty of storage space, while most have spacious gardens and driveways too.
Read reviews and details of Hilton Valley, DE65Taking sixth place, Manor Kingsway is a collection of two-bedroom apartments and two, three and four-bedroom homes. The development is located a six-minute drive from Derby city centre and opposite the Kingsway retail park.
Read reviews and details of Manor Kingsway, DE22At number seven, Mulberry Place is a new development of two to four-bedrooms, located in the south part of Derby, close to Stenson. There’s a great mix of house designs here, while all homes have front and back gardens and driveways. The comments section for this development is chock-full of compliments for the build quality and commitment of the management team.
Read reviews and details of Mulberry Place, DE24Derbyshire’s eighth best-ranked development is Bluebell Woods, by Lioncourt Homes. This new development is set on the edge of the hamlet of Drakelow, conveniently located just minutes from the centre of Burton-upon-Trent. Comprising a range of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes, the development is also a short drive from the neighbouring village of Stapenhill, which offers a range of local shops, a pub, a medical centre and other amenities.
Read reviews and details of Bluebell Woods, DE15Taking 10th place for new build homes developments in Derbyshire, it’s Treetops by William Davis. The development is situated in the town of Matlock and overlooking the beautiful Derwent Valley.
Read reviews and details of Treetops, DE4 Scarsdale Green is a new development of two, three and four bedroom detached homes and bungalows. Each home benefits from high specification finishes throughout. Located close to the rural town of Bolsover and also the market town of Chesterfield. The M1 motorway can be reached within a few minutes, giving easy access to Sheffield, Derby […]
Read reviews and details of Scarsdale Green, S44 Hoddings Meadow is located on the outskirts of Worksop and features a range of 3-4 bedroom homes, ideal for working professionals and small or growing families. The development features plenty of stunning public open space and a play area allowing a great evening walk or playtime with the children.
Read reviews and details of Hoddings Meadow, S80 Castlewood is a development of new homes bringing city living to Derby. Castleward is located in Derby City Centre. Also, Derby shopping centre and Derby railway station are both just a 5 minute walk away.
Read reviews and details of Castleward, DE1 Durose Country Park, by Redrow Homes, features a collection of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes in Derby. Residents here benefit from being nearby to Derby Centre and all the local amenities it brings to the area. As well as this, Derby station has excellent transport links to the rest of the UK
Read reviews and details of Durose Country Park, DE21 Located in a semi-rural location convenient to the local schools and shopping facilities, with nearby towns Chesterfield and Worksop within easy reach. The M1 is less than 3 miles while Creswell Railway Station is nearby with regular services to Worksop and Nottingham. Each home features bi-fold doors, exclusive kitchen designs and integrated appliances.
Read reviews and details of Portlands, S80 Rambler’s Gate offers 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes, located close to the Peak District as well as Ashbourne High Street which is a 15 minute walk away. The A52 and A518 road links connect you further afield should you need to travel for work.
Read reviews and details of Rambler’s Gate, DE6Sitting 19th in Derbyshire is Cavendish Park. Located in the historic town of Bolsover, the development offers a selection of three, four and five-bedroom homes. Each home has been designed with modern living in mind, complimented by landscaped gardens.
Read reviews and details of Cavendish Park, S44Where is Derbyshire?
Derbyshire is one of the East Midlands counties of England. You’ll find it nestled in between the Greater Manchester area and Yorkshire to the north, Nottinghamshire to the east, Cheshire and Staffordshire to the west and southwest, with Leicestershire to the southeast.
This puts Derbyshire right in the middle of a wide range of desirable regions ranging across the spine of England.
Derbyshire transport connections
Derbyshire is an accessible county with great road connections. Derby itself is just off the M1, and the wider county enjoys excellent access to various key A-roads, such as the A50. Meanwhile, Derby and Chesterfield are located on the Midland Mainline for rail services between London and Sheffield.
Derbyshire’s green space
Away from Derby, the majority of Derbyshire is a green, rural landscape. The Peak District National Park is mostly contained within Derbyshire and is widely considered to be one of the most uniquely beautiful parts of the UK. Its towering peaks, rolling hills and picturesque agricultural scenery make it both a relaxing place to clear one’s head and an invigorating place to explore.
Derbyshire business and industry
There are plenty of employment opportunities to discover in Derbyshire. Derby has formed a strong reputation as an innovation hub, and hosts a rising number of tech firms and startups. Plenty of major international companies hold a key presence here too, such as Rolls-Royce, Bombardier and Toyota.
What are average property prices in Derbyshire like?
In September 2024, the average house price in Derbyshire was just over £247,000. Prices have been steady in this part of the world for the last year or so. Today, it remains a highly competitive price average. Compared to the national house price average for England of £306,000 (in July 2024), this is more than £50,000 less.
If you would like to take a closer look at the Derbyshire property market, our area guide is a great place to start. You’ll find plenty of new homes in Derbyshire, with all developments following the same ranking system based on resident feedback.
Derbyshire is a beautiful county in the East Midlands of England. The county is home to many different towns and villages to explore, including Sheffield, Chesterfield and Derby. It’s also home to some great universities, such as Chesterfield College and Derby University. Check out
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