Kings Moat Garden Village

Kings Moat Garden Village, developed by Taylor Wimpey, is a major new build community situated two miles south of Chester city centre, off Wrexham Road (CH4 7DQ). The development offers a diverse selection of properties, including 1-bedroom apartments and new build houses ranging from 2 to 5 bedrooms, designed to create a self-contained ‘garden village’ environment. The wider masterplan includes provisions for a new primary school, a medical centre, shops including a convenience store, a pub/restaurant, and extensive green open spaces, cycle paths, and community sports facilities like a 3G pitch at Moat Park, which are key benefits for long-term residents.

Property Details

Taylor Wimpey's current available new homes include three, four, and five-bedroom houses. Specific house types and prices (subject to change and plot availability) have been advertised: 3-bedroom properties, such as 'The Brambleford' terraced house (Plot 584) are priced from approximately £324,995, while a detached 'The Tetford' (Plot 652) is available from approximately £381,995. Larger 4-bedroom detached homes are priced from around £511,995, with 5-bedroom detached houses starting from approximately £514,995. Selected plots may offer Shared Ownership opportunities, such as a 50% share on a 3-bedroom semi-detached property (contact the developer for full details). The new build homes are designed for efficiency, incorporating features like solar panels, EV charging points, triple glazing, and thermal lintels to help reduce energy bills. All properties come with a 10-year NHBC warranty and a Taylor Wimpey 2-year warranty.

Location and Commuter Links

The development is well-positioned for both city access and regional commuting. Chester city centre is approximately two miles away, and Chester train station is just three miles from the site, offering direct services to major cities. The location provides quick access to the A55 North Wales Expressway and the M56 motorway network, facilitating road travel to Liverpool (approximately 40 minutes via the M53) and Manchester (under one hour). For local public transport, bus routes 1, X4, PR1, 61, and 62 serve Wrexham Road, with the nearest stop (Herons Way) a five-minute walk from the centre of the development.

Local Amenities and Education

The immediate area is served by a range of amenities. For schooling, the development is planning a new primary school and nursery on a 1.46 Hectare plot, which will be central to the completed community. Nearby established schools include The King's School (0.5 miles) and Belgrave Primary School (0.6 miles), alongside other highly-rated primary and secondary options. Health and leisure facilities are well catered for, with the Nuffield Health, Fitness and Wellbeing Centre situated across Wrexham Road. Shopping is convenient, with major grocery retailers (Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, M&S Food) within a 10-minute drive, and retail parks like Cheshire Oaks and the city centre's Grosvenor Shopping Centre easily accessible.

Developer and Practical Information

Taylor Wimpey, one of the UK’s largest homebuilders, holds a 5-star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation, meaning over 90% of customers surveyed would recommend them. However, as with all major volume housebuilders, customer experiences can vary, with some reports citing issues with aftercare and workmanship. Prospective buyers are advised to conduct due diligence on the specific development phase. Pricing for new build homes at Kings Moat Garden Village begins in the low-£300,000s for a 3-bedroom property and extends up to approximately £580,995 for larger 4-bedroom detached houses. Availability and plot-specific pricing are subject to change, and interested parties should contact the developer’s sales office on Wrexham Road, Chester, for current viewing arrangements and completion timelines.