The Orchard at West Park

Development Overview

The Orchard at West Park is a new build homes development by Barratt Homes, situated in the established West Park Garden Village, Darlington, County Durham (DL2 2WL). The development forms part of an award-winning redevelopment project, offering a collection of 3 and 4 bedroom new homes designed for energy efficiency and modern family living. The properties benefit from being part of a community that features the West Park Nature Reserve, the first new park in Darlington for a century, providing extensive green space and public rights of way.

Barratt Homes, the developer, holds an established reputation within the industry, having been awarded a 5-Star rating by the Home Builders Federation for 16 consecutive years, a distinction based on over 95% of customers stating they would recommend the brand. This track record indicates a commitment to design quality and customer service, with the firm’s site managers having won a substantial number of NHBC Pride in the Job Quality Awards. The properties at The Orchard at West Park meet the latest building regulations for energy performance.

Property Details

New build homes within the development primarily include 3 and 4 bedroom detached and semi-detached property types. Examples of house styles previously available include the 3-bedroom semi-detached 'Ellerton' and the 3-bedroom detached 'Moresby', as well as the 4-bedroom 'Kingsley' detached home.

The 'Ellerton' offers a large, open-plan kitchen and dining area with French doors leading to the rear garden, a spacious lounge, and an en-suite shower room to the main bedroom, with private parking for two cars. The 4-bedroom 'Kingsley' is a family-focused house type featuring an open-plan kitchen and dining area with a utility room, a bright lounge, and a main bedroom with an en-suite. Many properties incorporate PV panels and flexible living spaces that can accommodate home working requirements.

Location Benefits

The site on Edward Pease Way is strategically positioned for local and regional connectivity. Major road links are easily accessible, with the A1(M) (Junction 58) and the A68 adjacent to the wider West Park Garden Village, providing efficient travel north to Newcastle and south towards Leeds. Public transport includes bus routes 16/16A (Scarlet Band) and 19 (Arriva) which operate along Edward Pease Way, providing regular daytime services into Darlington town centre.

Rail travel is supported by Darlington Railway Station, a main interchange on the East Coast Main Line, accessible via a short car or bus journey. From Darlington, average rail journey times include approximately 30 minutes to Newcastle, 1 hour to Leeds City Station, 2 hours to Manchester Piccadilly, and 2 hours 30 minutes to London Kings Cross. North Road train station is also located approximately 1.6 miles from the development.

For families, local amenities are a core benefit, with day nurseries, primary schools, and secondary schools all located within walking distance of the Garden Village. Local facilities, shops, and services are available within the immediate West Park area. The development is situated in a popular area with 'Good' Ofsted-rated schools nearby.

Practical Information

While specific current pricing and immediate availability are subject to change, past new build prices for 3-bedroom homes such as the 'Moresby' detached house were listed around £232,995, with semi-detached options starting lower (e.g., the 'Ellerton' at £214,995). Prospective buyers are advised that the development may be in a final release or fully reserved phase; contact the developer directly for definitive information on current availability of new build homes, final pricing, specific plot details, and viewing arrangements. A service charge is levied to homeowners for the maintenance of the extensive parkland and open spaces managed by Trustmgt.