Sherford, Plymouth

Development Overview

Sherford, Plymouth, is a major new town development located at 116 Hercules Road, Plymouth, Devon PL9 8FA, currently being delivered by Linden Homes, a subsidiary of the Vistry Group. The development is a multi-award-winning, multi-phase public-private collaboration, designed to create a vibrant, self-sustaining community on the outskirts of Plymouth. The masterplan includes extensive green spaces, a 500-acre park, and both educational and community facilities built alongside the new build homes. The available properties include modern, energy-efficient new build homes in a variety of styles, including terraced, semi-detached, and detached houses. Prices for the available homes at Sherford currently range from approximately £265,000 to £480,000.

Property Details

Linden Homes’ Sherford development offers a selection of family-focused new build homes, with options for 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedrooms. Specific examples of recently available properties provide a clear indication of price points and house types. The 'Burnet' (a 4-bedroom semi-detached house) was priced at £380,000 (Plot 526), while the 4-bedroom detached 'Pembroke' is priced from £465,000 (Plot 531). The flagship 5-bedroom detached 'Lutyens' house type was recently marketed at £480,000 (Plot 529). The 'Lutyens' is a three-storey home, featuring an open-plan kitchen/dining/family area, a separate utility room, and a dedicated study space. The top floor is typically reserved for a luxurious main bedroom suite, complete with a dressing area and en-suite shower room. All properties come with a 10-year warranty.

Location Benefits and Transport Links

Sherford is situated less than 7 miles from Plymouth city centre, offering residents a balanced lifestyle between urban access and the local Devon countryside. Road connectivity is excellent, with the development boasting a dedicated link to the A38 Devon Expressway, which provides simple routes to Plymouth, Paignton, Torquay, and an approximate 52-minute drive north to Exeter, where it connects to the M5 motorway. The key mainline rail station is Plymouth, from which direct Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry services run to Exeter St Davids in approximately 55 to 59 minutes. Local bus connections are served by Stagecoach routes 1A and GOLD, connecting Sherford to Plymouth City Centre, Derriford Hospital, Paignton, and Totnes. An extended Service number 4 is also being introduced to link Plympton and Plymstock via Sherford.

Local Amenities and Practical Information

The community benefits from existing and planned local services. Sherford Vale School & Nursery, rated ‘Good,’ is within 0.1 miles. Current amenities include local shops, a post office, and pubs within walking distance. Future community infrastructure plans include two additional primary schools, a secondary school, a care home, a convenience store, a café, and a leisure centre with a swimming pool and gymnasium. Linden Homes is part of the Vistry Group, and while the company aims to create sustainable communities, buyers should note that the developer has historically held a 4-star rating in the HBF customer satisfaction survey, indicating a varied customer experience across its portfolio. Interested buyers can visit the sales centre and show home, 'The Burnet,' on site. For the current availability of 2, 3, and 5-bedroom new build homes, including completion status and specific plot reservations, please contact the developer for details.