From rolling hills and deep forests to windswept coastline and historic towns, Lancashire has it all. If you’re looking to settle westwards in the North of England and fancy a slice of the good life, this could be the place for you. Join us on a trip across this richly storied county, to find the best new homes in Lancashire.
New build homes in Lancashire: 20 best developments
If the thought of living in Lancashire appeals, then take a look at what resident reviewers on HomeViews think of where they live. The following are the top-rated new build property developments across the county.
We know that this was originally a Top 10 list. However, lots of outstanding new developments in Lancashire have arrived on the HomeViews site in recent months, so we decided to turn it into a Top 20.
*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.
Located in Blackburn, Brookfield Vale takes the top spot for Lancashire. The Simple Life rental development is situated on top of the largest hills in the area, offering desirable views of the Pennines and a good mix of urban and rural living.
One happy resident writes: “Nice house with good appliances The house is new so I am the first tenant which is great The move in was smooth This exquisite house exudes timeless charm with its impeccable design and meticulous attention to detail.”
Moorfield Park sits in 2nd place on the Lancashire list, and offers a range of two, three, four and five-bedroom homes, built with modern living in mind and to traditionally high standards. The picturesque market town of Poulton-le-Fylde has much to offer with cafés, boutiques and a monthly farmers market.
Taking 3rd place, Lovell Homes’ Woodlark Chase is a collection of two, three and four-bedroom properties in Thornton Cleveleys. As well as being in a friendly neighbourhood, it is just a 10-minute drive from Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Clinching 4th place in our list of new build developments in Lancashire is Waterside by Story Homes. The development is a collection of two, three and four-bedroom homes. The kitchens are fitted with fully integrated AEG appliances along with many other features. Situated on the outskirts of Preston, Waterside offers rural living whilst only being three miles from the centre of Preston.
Number 5 on our list is Queen Victoria Place. Located just outside of Blackburn, it really does have has something to offer everyone. This well-connected new development benefits from excellent transport links, good schools and multiple nearby shopping outlets. This includes Blackburn’s largest retail park “The Mall”, which is only 1 mile away.
In 6th place, Canal Walk is another semi-rural development offering the desirable mix of tranquil countryside surroundings but with easy access to key roads. Situated in the village of Hapton, the development is surrounded by countryside, but its residents can quickly connect to nearby Burnley and Blackburn via the M65. Hapton train station is also just a short walk away, with hourly trains to Burnley.
7th-placed Meadow’s Gate by Rowland Homes offers a range of new two, three, and four-bedroom homes with a high specification as standard, located in Farington, Lancashire.
In at number 8 in Lancashire is Kings Lea, a new development by Morris Homes offering a collection of three, four and five-bedroom homes. The development is set in a peaceful location, on the outskirts of Preston.
9th place in Lancashire goes to Oak Leigh Gardens by Redrow Homes, which sits in between Pendle Hill and the Forest of Bowl, in the rural Ribble Valley. As well as being in a rural setting, the development is in easy reach towns and cities. In addition the homes on offer have modern family-friendly interiors.
Taking the 10th top spot in Lancashire is this Northstone development, nestled within the Lancashire countryside. Keld in Barrowford is within easy reach of some of the North’s most popular towns and cities. Made up of 239 new build homes, Keld offers 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes with fully fitted kitchens, flexible living spaces and large gardens.
In 11th, St Mary’s Park is a new development in the South Ribble Valley. Set in rural space, yet just ten minutes’ drive to the centre of the city of Preston. The development offers a collection of one two, three, four and five-bedroom homes, each designed to a high specification.
Taking 12th place on our list is Marples Grange, which offers a variety of different styles of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom new homes featuring both contemporary and traditional styles of finishes and architectural flourishes.
Next up, Blackfield Green is located within nine miles of the centres of Blackpool and Preston. An excellent base for travel throughout the North West, the village also offers two pubs, two primary schools and a small selection of shops in Warton, a ten minute walk away.
In a close run race for 14th position we have Lyndon Park, which is close to the centre of Great Harwood and offers a huge choice of homes from 2 bed bungalows to 4 bed detached family homes. Blackburn, Preston and Manchester are all within easy reach as well as a range of quality schools nearby.
In 15th place, The Sycamores development is located on the outskirts of Feniscowles, offering a range of 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes. The open plan interiors provide flexible living and high quality specifications throughout. The development has excellent transport links and is close to the M65.
Beacon Park is located in the semi rural village of Catterall, providing excellent links to Preston as well as offering open countryside on your doorstep.
One resident writes: “On the whole the actual design of the property is balanced and reasonable for the price and size of the property.”
In 17th place, Thorne Meadows is located in Great Eccleston and offers a range of family homes in a vibrant community of thriving independent shops and a hub of local activity.
Coming towards the close of our list we have D’Urton Manor, which offers 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes with open plan living areas, master bedrooms with en-suites and off street parking. D’Urton Manor has excellent transport links and is close to the M6.
Bluebell Meadows, situated in Preston, is a development by Anywl Homes. Comprising of just 26 private homes situated in the sought-after district of Fulwood, the development lies to the north east of central Preston. Read reviews and details of Bluebell Meadows, PR2
Finally, in 20th place, and built with modern family living in mind, Ribblesdale Place offers homes that are designed with top specifications fitted as standard, including skylight windows and French doors that will flood your home with light. This development offers 3 bedroom homes in detached and semi-detached designs. Set in the heart of the Pennines, these homes are under 2 miles to both Accrington Train Station and the M65 and within easy walking distance of local schools.
Lancashire is a county of North West England which borders Cumbria to the north, Greater Manchester and Merseyside to the south, and North and West Yorkshire to the east. It also enjoys a gorgeous western coastline looking out onto the Irish Sea.
Why live in Lancashire?
Lancashire offers an attractive mix of picturesque rural living, but with lots of big cities on your doorstep. If you want to commute to the likes of Manchester, Liverpool or Leeds, while enjoying natural beauty all around you at home, Lancashire is a great option.
There’s also plenty of variety of living environments and lifestyles within the county itself. There’s Preston and Lancaster as the main urban centres, not to mention the ever-popular seaside town of Blackpool.
Further away from the big towns and suburbs, you’ll find no end of pretty villages and hamlets nestled into the Lancashire countryside. The coastline is also full of popular locations, ranging from bigger towns like Morecambe and Lytham St Anne’s, to more modest Silverdale. The latter is part of Arnside and Silverdale, one of Lancashire’s two areas of outstanding natural beauty. The other is the Forest of Bowland.
There’s also excellent coverage of both ‘good’ and ‘outstanding’ Ofsted-rated schools across much of the county. This, together with the beautiful surroundings, rich heritage and friendly people, makes Lancashire a prime spot for families.
What are average property prices in Lancashire like?
You can find a wide range of property types available in Lancashire, from sprawling period homes to smart new-build apartments. Currently, terraced houses in Lancashire average around £139,000, while semi-detached houses go for close to £205,000.
Hopefully, our top-10 list of the best new homes in Lancashire will have given you plenty of food for thought. If you want to explore this attractive county further, our area guide below is a great place to find more information, and more developments.
Lancashire is a county in the northwest of England, with a population of just over one million. It has been an economically important area since ancient times and was home to many major industries including cotton mills. In more recent years, Lancashire has developed Read more about Lancashire
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