Netherhall Gardens, Cambridge

Development Overview

Netherhall Gardens is a new build homes development by five-star rated developer Cala Homes, located on Worts Causeway, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 8RJ. The scheme delivers a total of 200 units, comprising 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and a mix of 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom houses, 115 of which are larger family homes. The property types available include semi-detached and detached houses, featuring designs such as The Orwell, The Harlton, The Huntingdon, and The Hemingford.

Prices for the available new build homes currently range from approximately £579,950 to £979,950. Specific available properties include 4-bedroom detached houses starting from approximately £879,950, with larger 4-bedroom detached homes priced up to £994,950. Three-bedroom properties are also listed, with examples of semi-detached homes starting from around £825,000. For a complete list of current availability and pricing, prospective buyers should contact the developer directly.

Property Details

All homes are constructed using a sustainable timber frame and a design approach that draws inspiration from traditional farmstead architecture, utilising a palette of two complimentary, warm earthy-toned bricks and brown tiled roofs. The development is designed across three distinct character areas—The Gardens, The Rural Edge, and The Farmstead—to create a varied, high-quality neighbourhood setting. The design prioritises green infrastructure, aiming to achieve a 17% biodiversity net gain, incorporating new wildlife enhancements such as bird nesting features and bat boxes directly into the building fabric. Certain properties offer specific features, such as a three-bedroom home type measuring 1,845 sq. ft., which includes a dedicated ground-floor study and a bonus studio room with an en-suite and private terrace above the garage.

Cala Homes holds a five-star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF). All properties are sold with a 10-year NHBC or similar industry-regulated structural warranty, with the first two years of coverage provided directly by the developer, which includes a 24-hour response service for emergency calls.

Location Benefits

Netherhall Gardens is positioned on the south-eastern edge of Cambridge, approximately three miles from the city centre. The location offers commuter benefits, being situated near the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, which includes Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

Transport Links: The development is located 1.5 miles from Cambridge train station and 1.8 miles from Shelford (Cambs) station. The new Cambridge South railway station, scheduled for completion in March 2026, will be within walking or cycling distance. Excellent accessibility is provided to the Babraham Road Park & Ride services, and Worts Causeway retains its bus-only use during peak hours. The Number 1 bus provides a connection to the city centre, Addenbrooke's, and the train station. The site masterplan includes a network of new pedestrian and cycle links to promote sustainable travel.

Local Amenities and Education: Day-to-day shopping facilities are available on Wulfstan Way. The local area benefits from proximity to green space, with Beechwood Nature Reserve situated less than one mile away. The development is within the catchment area of several highly-rated schools, including Queen Edith Primary School (approximately 0.5 miles) and The Perse School (approximately 0.7 miles). Secondary education is provided by Netherhall School (which includes The Oakes College Sixth Form), with Hills Road and Long Road Sixth Form Colleges also nearby.

Practical Information

The full range of properties consists of 1- to 5-bedroom homes, with 80 units allocated for affordable tenure. Current properties for sale are primarily 3 and 4-bedroom houses, with prices ranging from the high £800,000s to just under £1 million for the larger house types. Showhomes at Netherhall Gardens are now open for viewing by appointment, operating typically from Thursday to Monday, 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. Specific features, such as garage integration and landscaping finishes, may vary by plot, and buyers should consult the specific plot specification details with the developer's sales team.