Darwin Green

Development Overview

Darwin Green is a significant new build community developed by Barratt Homes, situated just 1.6 miles from Cambridge City Centre at the junction of Huntingdon Road and Lawrence Weaver Road, CB3 0GX. The development offers a mix of property types, including new build homes and apartments ranging from two to four bedrooms. The current price range for available properties starts from approximately £404,995 for a two-bedroom apartment, extending to approximately £669,995 for larger house types. A separate phase, Franklin Gardens at Darwin Green, extends this offering to three, four, and five-bedroom homes, with prices up to approximately £835,000. The entire development is designed as a sustainable community, incorporating a substantial central park and a new local centre.

Property Details

The properties at Darwin Green are constructed to modern, energy-efficient standards, featuring Solar PV panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging pods on selected plots, helping homeowners to reduce energy costs. Specific available home types include the Dodington (2-bed house from £419,995) and the Kimbolton (3-bed house from £549,995). Apartment blocks, such as the Avenue Apartments, benefit from a 999-year lease and £0 ground rent. Standard specifications typically include a fully integrated kitchen and flooring throughout the home. Selected homes offer practical features such as a balcony or dedicated home office space.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

Darwin Green offers excellent connectivity, particularly for commuters and those favouring sustainable travel. The development is only a 13-minute cycle to Cambridge City Centre via dedicated routes. Road connections are robust, with easy access to the A14 and M11 motorways. For public transport, Stagecoach Citi 5 and Citi 6 bus services run frequently from Huntingdon Road, with an estimated journey time of just 11 minutes into the city centre. Cambridge train station, approximately 2.6 miles away, provides mainline services, including direct routes to London King’s Cross. Major local employment hubs like the University of Cambridge, Science Park, and Addenbrooke’s Hospital are all within close proximity.

Local Amenities and Practical Information

The development features significant on-site amenities, including a 15-acre central park that is now open, a sports pavilion, a future retail hub, and a proposed supermarket. Families will find that new primary and secondary schools are planned within the development itself, with nearby schools currently holding an Ofsted ‘outstanding’ rating. The developer, Barratt Homes, has a long-standing track record in the UK, having achieved a 5-Star rating from the Home Builders Federation for 16 consecutive years. Viewings for the new build homes at Darwin Green are currently by appointment only due to high demand. For specific plot-by-plot completion status, interested parties should contact the developer for details.