Belhaven Way

Development Overview

Belhaven Way is a new build development by national housebuilder Taylor Wimpey, located off Yosemite Park in Hallhill North, Dunbar, East Lothian (EH42 1FL). The development is scheduled to deliver a total of 245 high-quality homes, with 25% designated as affordable housing, representing a significant investment and expansion of the Hallhill community. Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK's largest volume housebuilders, with a current Home Builders Federation (HBF) 5-star rating for customer satisfaction, indicating that over 90% of customers would recommend them, though prospective buyers should note the firm is characterised as a mid-range builder with quality consistency varying across individual sites.

Property Details

Belhaven Way offers a diverse range of new build homes suitable for various buyer profiles, from first-time buyers to growing families. The collection includes 2-bedroom apartments, alongside 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses. Available property types have included the Andrew (2-bedroom terraced home), Baxter (3-bedroom semi-detached), and the larger Hume (4-bedroom detached).

Currently available properties start from approximately £207,000 for a 2-bedroom apartment and around £232,000 for a 2-bedroom terraced house. A 3-bedroom semi-detached home is typically priced from £304,500. Concrete sustainability features are integrated across the development, with homes including both solar panels and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points, designed to support greener living and reduce long-term running costs.

Location Benefits and Local Amenities

The development is situated in the coastal town of Dunbar, known for its two historic harbours and proximity to East Lothian beaches and the John Muir Country Park. For families, the location is close to reputable schools, shops, and leisure facilities. Local leisure options include the East Links Family Park and Foxlake Adventures.

Transport connectivity is a key advantage. The site offers convenient access to the A1 major road, with approximate driving times of 40 minutes to Edinburgh and 40 minutes to Berwick-upon-Tweed. Dunbar train station, approximately 2.3 miles away, is on the East Coast mainline and provides frequent services. Commute times by rail are highly competitive, with Edinburgh Waverley accessible in approximately 20 minutes, Newcastle in about 60 minutes, and York in roughly 2 hours. Local public transport includes the 130 Dunbar town service which connects to the train station and the nearby Asda supermarket, and the 253 bus route offering connections to Edinburgh city centre in around 60-70 minutes.

Practical and Community Information

The development represents a significant commitment to local infrastructure, including a Section 75 Agreement with East Lothian Council. This agreement contributes financial support towards a new sports pitch (west of Lochend Primary), over £1 million in education contributions, and improvements to local transport and pedestrian footpaths, including funding for a new East Coast mainline underpass to enhance town centre connectivity.

Completion status varies across the 245 plots; selected 2 and 3-bedroom homes were recently available for a near-term move. Prospective homebuyers interested in specific house types like the 'Geddes' or 'Maxwell' show homes, current pricing outside the established ranges, or specific completion dates should contact the Taylor Wimpey Belhaven Way sales executive for up-to-date plot and viewing arrangements.