Lever Valley

Development Overview

Lever Valley is a new build homes development by national housebuilder Taylor Wimpey, located on the former Tarmac Building Materials site off Stopes Road in Little Lever, Bolton, Greater Manchester (BL3 1NR). The development comprises 131-132 thoughtfully designed new homes, including a mix of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom properties in mews, semi-detached, and detached styles. The site is situated near the boundary with Bury and is planned to include 15% affordable housing. Construction began with groundworks around Spring 2025, and the development is currently selling, with the official sales office and showhomes anticipated to open in Autumn 2025.

Property Details

The properties at Lever Valley are designed with a focus on modern living and energy efficiency, featuring high-specification construction with standard inclusions such as solar panels, triple glazing, and electric vehicle (EV) charging points. A specific 3-bedroom semi-detached house type, 'The Eynsford', is currently advertised with prices from £348,995, offering 964 sq ft of living space, an open-plan kitchen/dining area with French doors to the rear garden, a separate utility room, downstairs WC, en suite to the main bedroom, and driveway parking. Other available house types include 3-bedroom detached homes, such as 'The Tetford' starting from £357,995, and 4-bedroom detached houses like 'The Plumdale', priced from £443,995. For plot-specific details, such as the confirmed freehold tenure and estimated £231.32 annual estate management fee, interested parties should consult the developer. The development plan also features approximately two hectares of public open space and a dedicated children’s play area.

Location Benefits

Lever Valley offers practical connectivity across Greater Manchester. Road transport links are strong, with the development providing convenient access to the M60 and M61 motorways, enabling car journey times of approximately 20 to 40 minutes to major urban centres like Manchester city centre. Bolton Town Centre is located roughly 4 miles from the development. Local rail links are accessible via Moses Gate and Farnworth train stations, both situated approximately 4 miles away, with Kearsley (Manchester) station also noted at 1.5 miles distance. Local public transport is serviced by the Bee Network, with bus routes such as the 524 (connecting to Bolton, Radcliffe, and Bury) and 544 available in the area, offering a 13-minute bus journey to Bolton town centre.

Specific local amenities include the Little Lever village centre, which hosts shops such as a Tesco, Costcutter, and a mini-market. Local schooling options include primary schools like Masefield Primary School (0.3 miles away) and St Matthew's CE Primary School, with Little Lever School, an Ofsted-rated 'Good' secondary academy, also nearby. Leisure facilities, including gyms and local sports clubs, are located within the wider area, complementing the on-site public green space.

Practical Information

Current pricing for new build homes at Lever Valley ranges from the advertised starting price of £348,995 for 3-bedroom semi-detached units up to £443,995 for 4-bedroom detached homes, based on initial plot releases. Taylor Wimpey, a major UK housebuilder, offers a range of purchasing incentives on selected plots, including Part Exchange and a Key Worker discount scheme. Viewing and reservation details are currently being managed remotely, with the sales office and show homes due to open in Autumn 2025. Prospective buyers should contact the developer directly to confirm the availability of specific plots, current pricing, and to arrange an appointment.