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.
Jumping right to the top of our list is Springfield Meadows, a brand new development consisting of beautiful 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes in the market town of Bolsover. This development is just 15 miles from the centre of Sheffield and 26 miles from Nottingham, making it perfect for commuters in the region.
In 2nd place, Model Walk is situated in the village of Cresswell, which has many amenities nearby and is close to the stunning beauty of the Derbyshire countryside. The development has a wide range of reasonably priced 2-4 bedroom homes available. Residents are happy with the design, comfort, practicality and sound insulation of their homes.
Our 3rd-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.
4th 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.
Next, 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.
Taking 6th 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.
At number 7, 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.
Derbyshire’s 8th 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.
In 9th, Manor Farm Fields is a new collection of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes for sale in Mickleover. With Derby just 5 miles away, Manor Farm Fields combines country living with city convenience.
Finishing off our top 10 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.
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?
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 Read more about Derbyshire
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