Taylors Green

Development Overview

Taylors Green is a new build homes development by Tilia Homes, situated on Pole Lane in the market town of Darwen, Lancashire (BB3 3LD). The site features a collection of energy-efficient three and four-bedroom houses, designed for family living and benefitting from countryside views. Tilia Homes, which was formerly known as Kier Living, is the developer. Available properties range from three-bedroom detached models to four-bedroom detached houses. Current listed prices for the new build homes at Taylors Green range from approximately £239,995 for models like the 3-bedroom detached The Kingston (Plot 57), to £360,000 for the 4-bedroom detached The Selsdon (Plot 8 and Plot 27).

Property Details

The development offers a mix of three and four-bedroom properties, including mid-terraced and detached house types. An example of a four-bedroom home, The Selsdon, is a detached property that includes a single garage and two dedicated parking spaces. Another property type, the 3-bedroom detached The Orford (Plot 75, priced at £257,995), features a kitchen/dining area of 5.40m x 2.85m, a living room of 5.25m x 3.33m, and a utility room. All new build homes at Taylors Green come with a 10-year warranty, and the final homes released on the development are specified to include solar panels, emphasising energy efficiency. A 4-bedroom detached show home is available to view on the site.

Location Benefits

Taylors Green is positioned to offer connectivity to the North West region. The development is approximately 1.5 miles from Darwen train station, providing essential public transport links. Direct rail services connect Darwen to major employment centres, with journey times to Blackburn in approximately 10 minutes and to Manchester and Preston in about 40 minutes. For road commuters, the A666 offers a direct route into Blackburn, while the M65 is a short distance to the north, connecting to Burnley and Accrington, and providing access to Junction 29 of the M6 for travel towards Preston.

Local amenities are available in Darwen town centre, which has undergone refurbishment and features the Darwen Town Hall and Market, alongside a variety of local restaurants, cafés, and bars. The area is suitable for families, with a selection of schools located less than two miles from the site. Local educational institutions include Ashleigh Primary School (Reception to Year Six) and secondary options such as Darwen Vale High School and Darwen Aldridge Community Academy.

Practical Information

Tilia Homes, the developer, strives for high standards in design, build quality, and service. Prospective buyers should note that customer feedback for the developer is mixed, with some reviews praising building quality and responsive sales teams, while others raise concerns regarding snagging resolution and customer service consistency. Available new build properties include 3-bedroom homes (e.g., The Kingston at £239,995 and The Orford at £257,995) and 4-bedroom homes (e.g., The Selsdon at £360,000). For the most current information on new releases, reserved plots (like The Alderley mid-terrace home), completion status, and to arrange a viewing of the show home, prospective buyers should contact the developer directly.