Coppice Heights

Development Overview

Coppice Heights is a new build development by Bellway Homes, located off Whiteley Road in Ripley, Derbyshire (DE5 3QL), falling under Amber Valley Borough Council. The development comprises a collection of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom homes, suitable for a range of buyers from first-time homeowners to commuters and families. Current available properties start from £239,950. Bellway Homes has achieved 5-star builder status from the Home Builders Federation for the ninth consecutive year, reflecting a recommendation rate of over 90% from customers. Furthermore, the Coppice Heights site specifically benefits from an NHBC Pride in the Job 2025 Award Winning Site Manager. Buyers should note that while the developer has a strong customer satisfaction rating, public records on other specific apartment developments have historically highlighted issues regarding high service charges and build quality concerns, making detailed pre-purchase checks advisable.

Property Details

New build homes at Coppice Heights offer private gardens and either a garage or allocated parking. The available homes range from two to four bedrooms, with current listings focusing on three-bedroom house types. Prices for 3-bedroom houses range from approximately £239,950 up to £294,950 for a detached style like 'The Baxter' or 'The Thespian'. The 3-bedroom semi-detached 'The Lacemaker' house type is currently listed from around £284,950.

Standard specifications include a 10-year NHBC warranty, Roca sanitaryware, and wall tiling in bathrooms. Many house styles feature open-plan kitchen, dining, and family areas. For example, the 3-bedroom 'The Mason' includes an en-suite to the main bedroom, an open-plan kitchen/diner, a separate living room, a utility room, and a garage. Some properties, such as 'The Lacemaker', also incorporate a dedicated study space.

Location Benefits

Coppice Heights is strategically positioned for commuting across the East Midlands. Road access is facilitated by the nearby A38, and the M1 motorway is less than eight miles away. Drive times are approximately 20 minutes to Derby city centre and under 40 minutes to Nottingham. For rail services, Langley Mill train station is the closest, under five miles away, providing services towards Nottingham. Alfreton train station, offering further commuter links, is a 10-minute drive away. East Midlands Airport is less than 25 miles from the development.

Local amenities are accessible, with Ripley town centre a five-minute drive away, offering supermarkets and essential services. Major retail is available at Giltbrook Shopping Park, a 15-minute drive from the development. For education, Waingroves Primary School, St John's C of E Primary School, and The Ripley Academy (0.3 miles away) are all conveniently close. Leisure options include Shipley Country Park, under four miles away, which provides over 700 acres of parkland and 20 miles of walking paths.

Practical Information

The current price range for new build homes at Coppice Heights is from £239,950 to approximately £374,950, depending on the number of bedrooms and house type. All properties are offered on a Freehold basis. For current completion schedules, specific house type availability (e.g., 2 and 4-bedroom plots), and to arrange a viewing appointment, prospective buyers are advised to contact the Bellway Homes sales office for the Coppice Heights development directly.