Ceres Rise

Development Overview

Ceres Rise is a new build development by Barratt Homes, situated off Norwich Road in Swaffham, Norfolk (PE37 8DD). The development offers a collection of 3 and 4 bedroom detached new build homes, set amongst 3.78 acres of established green open space on the edge of the historic market town. As of the current date, the development is in its final phase with a limited number of plots remaining for sale.

Prices for the available 3 and 4 bedroom homes currently range from £286,995 to £389,995. The developer, Barratt Homes, holds a reputable track record, having been awarded a 5-Star rating for customer satisfaction by the Home Builders Federation for 16 consecutive years, alongside numerous Pride in the Job Quality Awards for site management.

Property Details

The remaining homes at Ceres Rise include specific house types such as the three-bedroom Martham detached house, which features a traditional flint-frontage on select plots, and the four-bedroom Rowan detached house. The Rowan design includes a ground floor study/home office, an open-plan kitchen-diner with French doors to the garden, four double bedrooms, and a main bedroom complete with an en-suite bathroom.

All properties are designed for energy efficiency, incorporating highly thermally efficient insulation and argon-filled double-glazing as standard. The developer indicates these measures can potentially save homeowners up to £979 per year on running costs compared to an older property. Select plots, such as the four-bedroom Rowan, are also fitted with photovoltaic panels to further enhance energy performance. All homes benefit from private driveway parking, with some 4-bedroom plots including a detached garage.

Location Benefits

Ceres Rise is positioned less than two miles from Swaffham town centre, allowing residents to access a full range of services and amenities, including a choice of supermarkets such as Waitrose, independent shops, cafes, pubs, a post office, and a doctors' surgery. Local education facilities within one mile of the site include Heartwood CofE VC Primary & Nursery School (rated 'Good') and The Nicholas Hamond Academy (rated 'Good').

Transport links are centred on access to the A47, which connects to major regional centres. By car, Norwich is approximately 30 miles distant, and King's Lynn is approximately 16 miles. The driving distance to Cambridge is approximately 47 miles, typically taking one hour. For rail services, Downham Market Station and King's Lynn Station offer regular direct train services to Ely, Cambridge, and London King's Cross. Swaffham is also on the frequent 'excel' bus route, which provides services every 30 minutes on Monday to Saturday daytimes, connecting the town to King’s Lynn, Dereham, and Norwich.

Practical Information

The final phase of new build homes at Ceres Rise is now actively selling from the on-site 3-bedroom Matlock show home. Buyers can currently benefit from specific sales incentives on remaining plots, including contributions towards mortgage or deposit, which can reach up to £19,499 on selected house types, as well as contributions towards upgraded kitchen and flooring packages. Further support is available via the developer’s Key Worker Deposit Contribution scheme. Prospective purchasers should contact the developer directly to arrange a remote or in-person appointment and confirm the specific availability and incentives for current plots.