Drakelow Park

Development Overview

Drakelow Park is a new build homes development by David Wilson Homes, a division of Barratt Developments, located on Marley Way (off Walton Road) in Drakelow, Burton upon Trent, Derbyshire, DE15 9WQ. The current phase offers a selection of traditionally built, high-quality 3 and 4 bedroom properties, situated on the edge of the National Forest and bordering the River Trent and surrounding open fields. David Wilson Homes maintains a strong reputation, having been awarded the maximum five-star rating in the Home Builders Federation’s National New Home Customer Satisfaction Survey for 16 consecutive years, demonstrating a sustained commitment to build quality and customer service.

Property Details

The development comprises a mix of 3 and 4 bedroom house types, offering family-focused layouts with modern specifications. Current available homes include the 3-bedroom semi-detached and detached Kennett (from £304,995 to £346,995) and the 3-bedroom detached Blyford (from £346,995). Four-bedroom detached properties are represented by the Ingleby (from £333,995) and the Exeter (from £414,995 to £427,995). Specific features across the range often include open-plan kitchen-diners with French doors to the garden, utility rooms, and integral garages or side-by-side driveway parking. Homes are built to high thermal efficiency standards, contributing to lower running costs compared to older properties.

Location Benefits and Transport

Drakelow Park is situated approximately three miles south of Burton upon Trent town centre, which is accessible by car in around 10 minutes and offers major retail outlets, including Next, Primark, H&M, Boots, and a Cineworld complex. The nearby village of Stapenhill provides local amenities, while the Drakelow village itself features a post office, local shops, and The Albion pub. For outdoor leisure, the development is less than one mile from Branston Water Park and within two miles of Rosliston Forestry Centre, offering extensive walking and cycling opportunities within the National Forest.

Road links are facilitated by easy access to the A38, A444, A511, and A50, connecting to the M1 and M42 motorways. The major regional hub of Lichfield is approximately a 20-30 minute drive away. Public transport includes the Number 22 bus service, which connects Drakelow to Burton upon Trent and Swadlincote. Burton-on-Trent railway station is under three miles away, providing regular, twice-hourly commuter services to key regional centres including Derby, Nottingham, and Birmingham New Street. Planned future infrastructure for the wider area includes a new link road to the A38.

Practical Information

The current price range for new build homes at Drakelow Park spans from approximately £304,995 for a 3-bedroom property to £427,995 for a 4-bedroom detached house. The wider development, Dracan Village, has planning permission for on-site amenities, including a primary school (predicted to open September 2024), retail stores, and medical services, which will serve the emerging community. The developer is currently offering a range of incentives, such as Stamp Duty contributions or part-exchange schemes on selected plots. Potential purchasers are advised to contact David Wilson Homes directly for the latest availability, specific plot prices, and viewing arrangements for show homes.