The East of England covers a huge and varied landscape, from the commuter towns to the north-east of London to the vast open spaces of the Cambridgeshire Fens. The East of England provides both easy access to the capital, and an escape from its hustle and bustle to an altogether more relaxed way of life. Start your search with our ranking of the best new build homes for sale in the East of England.
New build homes for sale in the East of England: Highest rated developments
Our ranking of the East of England’s top 10 new build homes for sale is below. Verified residents have rated the region’s new build developments on a variety of factors, so HomeViews can provide rankings based on the real life experience of living in each one. Take a look below to see the best new homes in the East of England.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance – as on our area guide pages.
4.62 (11 reviews)
4.62 (11 reviews)
The highest-rated new homes to buy in the East of England are at Crown Meadows. This Lovell Homes development offers two, three and four-bedroom houses for sale just to the north of Norwich. They also offer three-bedroom bungalows. It is ideal for young professionals and those who want more space for families.
4.52 (15 reviews)
4.52 (15 reviews)
In joint venture with Hill and Marshall, Marleigh is located three miles east of Cambridge city centre. The development takes second place for new homes to buy in the East of England. Marleigh offers a brand-new community of three and four-bedroom homes, surrounded by green space. As well as a community of new homes is a supermarket, a nursery, on-site facilities, community centre, café and office space. The development also has a primary school, sports pitches and allotments, while the meadows and water features of Gregory Park run through it, with Kingsley Woods at its edge.
4.07 (22 reviews)
4.07 (22 reviews)
Located in the sought-after location of Chelmsford, Beaulieu offers a variety of Shared Ownership homes. Residents benefit from a health centre, restaurants, and convenience stores. Additionally, bus services connect the community to and from Chelmsford City Centre and Chelmsford Train Station.
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4.01 (19 reviews)
4.01 (19 reviews)
The fourth highest rated new build homes development for sale in the East of England is Kett’s Meadow. Located to the west of Norwich in the village of Hethersett, the development is in a convenient location with good road connections nearby.
3.73 (15 reviews)
3.73 (15 reviews)
In fifth place, Bluebell Meadow, by Persimmon Homes, sits on the southern edge of the seaside town of Great Yarmouth in Norfolk. Comprising a range of two to five-bedroom detached houses. As well as being close to the coast, residents benefit from easy access to the famous waterways of the Norfolk Broads just north of Great Yarmouth and the historic cathedral city of Norwich.
3.21 (12 reviews)
3.21 (12 reviews)
Sixth-placed Cardea, by Persimmon Homes, is located in the village of Stanground, Peterborough. The development has a range of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes, residents have easy access to the A1, making it even easy to commute south to Cambridge and Bedford.
4.83 (8 reviews)
4.83 (8 reviews)
Seventh is Welcombe House, a range of two and three-bedroom homes with views over the common in the highly sought-after Hertfordshire town of Harpenden. Harpenden station is just a seven-minute walk from Welcombe House, providing fast and regular links to London. There are regular direct services to Kings Cross and St Pancras International stations, which take just 26 minutes. Additionally, Luton Airport is only a 23-minute train journey away.
4.45 (19 reviews)
4.45 (19 reviews)
Eighth place in the region is taken by Heath Farm from Lovell Homes. This development of two, three, four and five-bedroom houses and bungalows is situated in the charming Georgian market town of Holt, on the edge of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The homes are finished to a high specification, with amenities including integrated appliances.
4.43 (10 reviews)
4.43 (10 reviews)
Sitting in ninth place in our list of new build homes for sale in the East of England, is St Luke’s Park. Set within existing parkland with easy access to neighbouring towns and transport connections, St Luke’s Park is an ideal place to call home.
4.41 (20 reviews)
4.41 (20 reviews)
Taking 10th place in the East of England is Berry Wood, developed by Bellway. This new development of homes is located in Wootton, a desirable village with good commuter links for Bedford and Milton Keynes. There’s a mix of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes on offer. Residents benefit from the nearby leisure attractions and countryside views from many of the plots.
4.28 (15 reviews)
4.28 (15 reviews)
The highest-rated new build development offering homes for sale in the East of England, is Wensum Grange. This development of two, three and four-bedroom homes is located in desirable Fakenham, the largest town in North Norfolk. The picturesque market town regularly features among the best places to live in the UK.
4.17 (32 reviews)
4.17 (32 reviews)
Third place is occupied by Taylor Wimpey’s Grosvenor Park. The development of two to five-bedroom homes is located in the bustling Norfolk town of Attleborough, within walking distance of the centre of this historic market town.
4.13 (17 reviews)
4.13 (17 reviews)
In fourth place, Kingsgate Mews is a new development of two, three and four-bedroom homes in Crowland, Peterborough. Crowland is a small town, offering a mix of amenities including local shops, pubs restaurants and tea rooms. Trains run from Peterborough, 10 miles away, into London Kings Cross in less than an hour.
4.12 (12 reviews)
4.12 (12 reviews)
In fifth place, David Wilson Homes at Warboys offers both a peaceful countryside setting and an easy commute to Cambridge and London. Close to the A1 and A14, the village of Warboys benefits from excellent transport links up and down the country.
3.95 (20 reviews)
3.95 (20 reviews)
In sixth it’s Hunter’s Chase by Barratt Homes, a development situated in the Suffolk village of Red Lodge. The village benefits from excellent transport links and lots of open green space nearby. Hunter’s Chase is within walking distance of local amenities and there are excellent travel connections and railway stations in the local area.
3.96 (19 reviews)
3.96 (19 reviews)
Seventh place in the East of England is taken by Rutherford Fields, from Catalyst Housing. Located on the edge of the bustling town of Leighton Buzzard, this collection of family homes is conveniently located for charming country pubs and a direct commuters’ route to London Euston.
3.90 (17 reviews)
3.90 (17 reviews)
In eighth, the new build development from Davind Wilson Homes at Northstowe is ideally located less than 10 miles from Cambridge and only 12 miles from Huntingdon. It has excellent commuter links, with the A14 and M11 minutes away.
4.43 (10 reviews)
4.43 (10 reviews)
Rounding off our top 10 of new build homes for sale in the East of England, is St Luke’s Park. Set within existing parkland with easy access to neighbouring towns and transport connections, St Luke’s Park is an ideal place to call home.
Is the East of England a good place to live?
With picturesque rural scenery, historic towns and cities and beautiful stretches of coastline, the East of England has plenty to offer, and a location to suit every budget. In Norwich and Cambridge, the region has some of the UK’s most popular cities. There are also a number of popular towns within easy reach of London for commuting.
The great outdoors is one of the region’s most appealing draws. There’s so much open countryside and spectacular coastline within easy reach of London. The East Anglia counties of Essex, Suffolk and Norfolk are largely rural landscapes. Once you escape the suburban sprawl around London, you’ll find mile after mile of rolling farmland and picturesque villages.
East Anglia features some of the country’s most stunning coastline. The Norfolk and Suffolk coasts are designated as Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Popular seaside towns include Essex’s Clacton-on-Sea, Southwold in Suffolk and Cromer and Wells-next-the-Sea in Norfolk. The region also includes the beautiful Norfolk Broads, a well-loved destination for relaxed river trips. The vast woodland expanse of Thetford Forest is another natural playground to explore – it’s the location for one of England’s most popular Center Parcs sites.
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East of England towns and cities
If you’re a city dweller at heart, the good news is the East of England provides a wealth of options. Cambridge, with its historic streets, magnificent cathedral and world-renowned university, is a jewel in the region’s crown. Norwich has a reputation as a friendly, laid-back city and is regularly cited as one of the best places to live in the UK. Ipswich, Peterborough, Colchester and Chelmsford are also thriving, bustling towns and cities with excellent transport connections.
Are you looking to escape London but still need access to the city for work? The good news is it’s possible to commute to the capital from much of the East of England. You can reach Central London from Cambridge and Peterborough in under an hour by train. Additionally, the likes of Luton, Harpenden, St. Albans and even Chelmsford and Southend-on-Sea are squarely within commuter territory.
East of England property prices
Property prices vary greatly across the region, with the average price of a property in the East of England at 391,000, according to Zoopla. This is higher than the average property price in England, which is £314,000, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Flats in the East of England sell for an average of £222,000, while detached houses are available for £561,000.
Property prices in the East of England are increasing amongst the fastest in the UK, according to the ONS. In the year to September 2022, prices increased by 10.4%. This is significantly higher than the 6.9% increase in London.
Across the region, there’s a great deal of variation in property prices. Prices are generally the highest in the sought-after commuter towns within easy reach of London. Harpenden in Hertfordshire averages a lofty sale price of £944,000. The historic city of Cambridge remains one of the most popular places in the region, and averages a price of £493,000. However, properties in Norwich or Peterborough average a much lower £307,000 and £262,000 respectively.
The East of England’s rising house prices suggest a growing interest in the region. People are starting to wake up to the attraction of this beautiful corner of England on the doorstep of London. New build developments have been springing up across the area in recent years. This reflects the growing demand, with developers making the most of the region’s wide open spaces and popular cities.
We hope our top 10 new builds for sale in the East of England has given you plenty to think about. If you’re interested in moving to this beautiful region, check out our area guide below for more information. From there, you’ll also be able to find all the latest new build developments in the area.
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