Culm Valley Park

Development Overview

Culm Valley Park is a new build development by national housebuilder Taylor Wimpey, located on Siskin Chase in the Mid Devon market town of Cullompton, EX15 1UD. The scheme comprises a total of 105 energy-efficient, freehold new homes, including a mix of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom properties. The development’s design incorporates extensive green infrastructure, with plans for the planting of 149 new trees, 711 metres of new species-rich hedgerow, a dedicated children's play area, and open green space. Future residents will also benefit from community allotments and picnic benches integrated into the landscaping, promoting biodiversity and community interaction. While the development has achieved a near-sold-out status, a limited selection of homes is periodically released for open market sale, including the following price points and house types.

Property Details and Pricing

Available properties at Culm Valley Park include various styles, ranging from coach houses to detached family homes. The current availability features homes like The Gilldale, a 2-bedroom coach house unit spanning 727 sq ft, priced from £295,500. Three-bedroom options include The Chelbury, a 3-bedroom semi-detached home offering 1,288 sq ft of accommodation with a carport and parking space, priced from £389,995. The detached house type The Colford offers 1,252 sq ft, including a first-floor study, with prices starting from £440,000. For larger requirements, the 4-bedroom detached homes, such as The Bittesford (1,236 sq ft), represent the upper range of the development's offering, with prices from £650,000. All properties are constructed to current standards for energy efficiency, offering reduced running costs compared to older homes. Purchasers should contact the sales office to confirm current plot availability and detailed specifications for individual house types.

Location Benefits and Connectivity

Situated on the edge of Cullompton, the development offers access to the town centre’s array of local shops, bars, cafés, and supermarkets. Cullompton itself is positioned within the picturesque Culm Valley, close to the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), providing extensive walking and cycling routes. Educational provisions in the immediate area include Willowbank Primary School (approximately 0.4 miles away) and the secondary Cullompton Community College.

Transport connectivity is a key advantage. Culm Valley Park provides direct and rapid access to the M5 motorway network via Junction 28. For rail commuters, Tiverton Parkway Station is approximately 6 miles away, accessible via a 7-8 minute drive or by the Stagecoach Route 373 bus service, with an approximate journey time of 36–38 minutes. The Stagecoach Route 1/1A also connects Cullompton to Exeter, with an approximate journey time of 44 minutes to the city centre.

Practical Information

Taylor Wimpey, the developer, is a major UK housebuilder with a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), indicating that over 90% of their customers would recommend them. However, prospective buyers should note that independent customer reviews can be mixed, with some reporting inconsistencies in aftercare and snagging resolution, a common factor for high-volume builders. Viewing arrangements are available via appointment, with the latest availability and house type choices constantly changing due to high demand. Interested parties are strongly advised to contact the Taylor Wimpey Exeter sales team directly for the most current pricing, plot-specific incentives like Part Exchange, and specific viewing times.