Ashbourne Airfield

Development Overview

Ashbourne Airfield is a new build development by David Wilson Homes, situated on Harrison Way, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1LS, in the scenic Derbyshire Dales. The development comprises a collection of 3, 4, and 5 bedroom new build homes. Current pricing for available properties ranges from approximately £299,995 to £560,995. The development incorporates a thoughtful design that acknowledges its heritage as a former RAF Airfield, with the original runway being preserved and transformed into landscaped green space and communal park areas.

Property Details

The development features a range of spacious, energy-efficient house types designed for various homebuyer needs. Available homes include the three-bedroom semi-detached Archford, with plots currently starting from £299,995. Four-bedroom detached options include the Bradgate from £492,995, the Alfreton from £494,995, and the Holden from £509,995. The four-bedroom Meriden house type includes an open-plan kitchen-diner with French doors to the garden, a separate utility room, and a garage with a private driveway offering side-by-side parking. For larger families, the five-bedroom Emerson house type is available from £560,995. All homes without a garage are provided with a bicycle storage shed, supporting sustainable and healthy living.

Location Benefits and Local Amenities

Ashbourne Airfield benefits from its setting in the Derbyshire Dales, placing residents approximately 4.3 miles from the Peak District National Park. The market town of Ashbourne is accessible via a five-minute drive and offers a range of independent shops, boutiques, and practical services including a Sainsbury's supermarket, a modern Leisure Centre with a swimming pool, and St Oswald's Community Hospital.

Commuters benefit from good road links via the A52 and A50, providing direct access to major centres such as Derby, Burton-upon-Trent, and Stoke-on-Trent. The nearest main railway stations are located approximately 12–13 miles away in Uttoxeter or Derby. Local bus services connect the area to other destinations including Matlock, Nottingham, and Burton. For outdoor activities, the Tissington Trail is minutes away, offering a pathway into the heart of the Peak District for walking and cycling.

Local schooling is a strong factor, with the development falling within the catchment area for schools rated 'Good' by OFSTED, including the secondary Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (QEGS) and St Oswald’s CofE Academy. The highly-rated Osmaston CofE (VC) Primary School is also nearby, located approximately 0.5 miles from the development.

Practical Information

The developer, David Wilson Homes, has a long-standing reputation for quality, being the only major national housebuilder to achieve the maximum five-star rating in the Home Builders Federation’s National New Home Customer Satisfaction Survey every year since 2010. Prospective buyers can secure a home for a potential 2026 completion, with specific offers allowing buyers to secure 2025 pricing. Available buyer assistance schemes include Movemaker, Part Exchange, and the Key Worker Deposit Contribution Scheme. Viewing appointments can be made remotely or in-person with the on-site Sales Advisers; contact the developer for current opening hours and to confirm the availability of specific plots and house types.