Colney Manor

Development Overview

Colney Manor is an exclusive new build homes development by Taylor Wimpey, situated off Bullens Green Lane in the peaceful Hertfordshire village of Colney Heath, AL4 0QR. The development comprises a total of 100 new residences, featuring a mix of substantial 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses. A unique element of this development is the availability of 10 self-build plots, with pricing available upon application, offering customisation opportunities for prospective buyers.

Property Details

New build properties at Colney Manor currently range in price from approximately £570,000 to £975,000. Available house types include semi-detached and detached homes designed for modern family living. The 3-bedroom semi-detached 'The Tetford' model starts from an indicative price of £570,000, while larger 4-bedroom detached homes such as 'The Rightford' begin around £800,000. The largest properties, including the 5-bedroom detached 'The Wayford,' offer features like a double garage, separate study, and multiple en-suite bathrooms, with prices beginning from approximately £950,000. All properties are constructed to modern energy efficiency standards, featuring triple glazing and PV solar panels as standard, and benefit from a 10-year NHBC structural warranty. The annual estate management fee for the development is approximately £324.40.

Location Benefits

Colney Heath provides a balanced village setting with robust connectivity. Commuters benefit from excellent road links, with Colney Manor located conveniently just off Junction 3 of the A1(M). The village is situated south of the A414, offering easy access to the M25 motorway and the city of St Albans. The nearest rail link is Welham Green train station, situated approximately 2.3 miles from the development. Direct Great Northern train services from Welham Green run to London Kings Cross with a fastest journey time of approximately 35-38 minutes, making the location highly suitable for London-bound commuters.

Local amenities within Colney Heath village, located primarily on High Street, include the historic free house pub, The Crooked Billet. Additional local services include a newsagent/convenience store, a hairdresser, and The Rice Indian takeaway. For families, Colney Heath Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School (0.8 miles) and De Havilland Primary School (0.9 miles) are nearby. The area is characterised by its green spaces, notably the 60-acre Colney Heath Common Local Nature Reserve, which borders the River Colne and offers access to walking routes like the Alban Way.

Practical Information

Taylor Wimpey, the developer, is a high-volume housebuilder who has consistently achieved a 5-star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), based on customer satisfaction surveys indicating that nine out of ten customers would recommend them. Build quality is monitored internally, with the company scoring an average of 4.93 out of 6 on the NHBC Construction Quality Review (CQR) in 2024, above the industry benchmark of 4.70. With over half of the new build homes now sold, interested parties should contact the developer for the most up-to-date plot availability, specific pricing for house types like 'The Eynsford' or 'The Keeford,' and to confirm viewing arrangements. Completion of the final phases is currently anticipated in the first quarter of 2025.