Cranberry Gardens

Cranberry Gardens: Established New Build Living in Congleton

Development Overview

Cranberry Gardens, by renowned developer Redrow Homes, is a highly desirable, established residential community located on Macclesfield Road in Congleton, Cheshire (CW12 1NR). The initial phase, comprising 198 homes across an 18-acre site, successfully sold out, demonstrating the estate’s strong local appeal. While the primary phase of the development is complete, homes frequently enter the resale market, and a final phase of Shared Ownership properties is occasionally released in partnership with housing associations. Redrow’s presence in Congleton is part of its wider commitment to the area, having made contributions of nearly £500,000 towards local education and over £439,000 for highway improvements during the development's construction. The site fosters a community environment, featuring an equipped play area for families.

Property Details

The Cranberry Gardens development features properties from Redrow’s acclaimed ‘Heritage Collection’, which marries traditional Arts and Crafts-inspired architecture with contemporary, 21st-century interior layouts. The development primarily consists of modern three and four-bedroom family houses. Resale opportunities often focus on spacious three-bedroom detached homes, such as those found on Dobson Way, which can feature extensive upgrades, multiple en-suite bathrooms, and large frontages. For those seeking an entry point into the new build market or looking to downsize, final phases of Shared Ownership homes have included two and three-bedroom houses, such as 'The Avon' and 'The Avon 3', as well as the one-bedroom 'Tynmouth' semi-detached bungalow. These homes are equipped with features like open-plan living/dining rooms, downstairs cloakrooms, and driveway parking.

Location Benefits and Connectivity

Cranberry Gardens is situated in Lower Heath, just north of Congleton's town centre. This location provides convenient access to local amenities while bordering the natural beauty of the Cheshire countryside, with the Cranberry Moss Local Wildlife Site (LWS) adjacent to the estate. For commuters, connectivity is a key benefit; the estate is well-positioned in relation to the new Congleton Link Road (A536/A534 bypass), greatly improving links to the wider road network. Congleton railway station is accessible, offering regular rail services with a direct journey time to Manchester of approximately 40 minutes. The development is also served by local bus routes. Locally, Eaton Bank Academy, a secondary school, is within a short walking distance, and a variety of primary schools are easily accessible. Residents are also a short distance from The Plough Inn and the town’s wealth of shops and eateries. Furthermore, the scenic Peak District National Park is moments away, offering extensive outdoor recreational opportunities.

Practical Information

As an established development, new-to-market availability is typically through the resale channel or final phases of affordable housing. Current resale prices for a three-bedroom detached house on the estate are advertised from 'Offers Over £390,000' to £425,000. Details regarding the purchase price, shares available, and qualifying criteria for any remaining Shared Ownership units should be directed to One Vision Housing (OVH) or a registered sales agent. Interested buyers for both resale and new build opportunities are advised to register interest with local estate agents and the developer to receive up-to-date availability information and viewing arrangements.