Royal Victoria Court

Development Overview

Royal Victoria Court, developed by Lovell Homes in partnership with Tirion Homes and with support from Welsh Government, is a significant mixed-tenure regeneration scheme in Newport, Gwent (NP20 2NT). The development is situated on Mendalgief Road, on the historic site of the former Whiteheads steelworks.

The overall scheme comprises 528 new homes, featuring a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments and two-, three-, and four-bedroom houses. Lovell Homes offers 264 of these properties for open-market sale, with additional homes allocated for affordable rent (234 units via Tirion Homes) and low-cost home ownership (30 units via Melin Homes).

As of the latest listings, available properties include two-bedroom homes from £245,000 (Magnolia house type), three-bedroom homes from £273,500 (e.g., Lambourne house type from £295,000), and four-bedroom detached houses from £359,995 (e.g., Redbourne and Stockwood house types). The overall pricing structure for the development ranges from approximately £170,000 to £375,995.

Property Details

The development offers a variety of house styles, including the four-bedroom Stockwood, which is a detached home typically featuring a single garage and dedicated parking. Many available plots currently include incentives such as 'FLOORING INCLUDED' or the option for Part Exchange and the Own New - Rate Reducer scheme on selected plots. Showhomes, including three- and four-bedroom houses and a two-bedroom apartment, are open seven days a week for prospective buyers to view the design and standard specification of the high-quality homes.

Lovell Homes, a developer with over 50 years of experience, is registered with the NHQC and achieved a five-star rating in the Home Builders' Federation (HBF) 2021 National New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey. All new builds are covered by a 10-year NHBC Buildmark policy, which includes a two-year builder warranty. Lovell homes are built with a focus on energy efficiency, with 95% of their properties achieving an A-C rating.

Location Benefits

Royal Victoria Court is located approximately one mile from Newport City Centre, making the city centre a comfortable 10-minute walk away. This provides residents with easy access to amenities such as the University of South Wales campus and the Friars Walk shopping and leisure complex, which features shops, cinemas, and theatres.

Specific local amenities include The Royal Gwent Hospital, a medical centre, a pharmacy, and the Welsh National Velodrome at the Newport International Sports Village, all in close proximity. The wider regeneration plan for the site includes a Commercial Centre, an Eco park, and a dedicated Primary School site.

Transport connectivity is a significant benefit. Newport Train Station, on the London to Swansea main line, is a five-minute drive or 0.9 miles away. Rail services include frequent direct trains to London (approx. 90 minutes) and Bristol Parkway (approx. 20 minutes). By road, the development offers easy access to the M4 motorway, enabling a drive time of around 15 minutes to Cardiff and approximately 30 minutes to Bristol.

Practical Information

Current property pricing ranges are from the mid-£200,000s for three-bedroom houses and from £359,995 for four-bedroom detached homes. Completion dates for some properties are scheduled for July 2025. The development offers specific purchase assistance schemes, including Help to Buy: Wales, Part Exchange, and the 5% Saver scheme. For specific plot availability, floorplans, and to arrange a viewing of the three- and four-bedroom showhomes, potential homebuyers should contact the developer, Lovell Homes, directly.