Western Gate

Development Overview

Western Gate is a prestigious new build homes development by Linden Homes, part of the Vistry Group, located on Sandy Lane, Northamptonshire, NN7 4AP. The development has planning approval for 439 new homes, including a provision for 66 affordable properties, and offers a comprehensive range of contemporary houses designed for a variety of homebuyers. The current release comprises 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom house types. Pricing for the available new build homes at Western Gate starts from £259,995 and ranges up to £499,995 (to be confirmed for current top price). The overall development is situated on the western side of Northampton, offering a balance of connectivity and proximity to the countryside.

Property Details

Properties currently being marketed include the 2-bedroom 'The Harcourt' terraced and end-of-terrace houses, with prices starting from £259,995 (for Plot 535) and featuring two double bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen/dining room with French doors to the garden. Larger family options include the 3-bedroom semi-detached 'The Emmett' at approximately £299,995 (for Plot 509) and the 4-bedroom semi-detached 'The Aslin' from £329,995 (for Plot 486). All new build homes are provided with a 10-year NHBC Buildmark warranty and are designed with modern, energy-efficient specifications to reduce running costs. Two show homes, 'The Aslin' (4-bed) and 'The Harcourt SE' (2-bed), are available for viewing seven days a week to inspect the typical build quality and internal specification.

Location Benefits

Western Gate benefits from excellent road and rail connectivity. Northampton Train Station is approximately 4 miles away, offering direct rail services to London Euston in around 1 hour and to Birmingham New Street in approximately 1 hour 10 minutes. Major road links are easily accessible, with the M1 motorway and the A45 less than 4 miles away. A significant local infrastructure improvement, the Sandy Lane Relief Road, has seen its first section open to connect back onto Sandy Lane, with the full route expected to be operational by spring 2025, which will provide improved transport links for residents and ease congestion in the Duston and Harpole areas. For local amenities, the development is under 5 miles from Northampton town centre. Essential retail is close by, with a Tesco Express situated just 2 miles away and a Sainsbury's supermarket less than 3 miles from the site. The developer is committing £6 million towards a new primary school on the estate, alongside contributions for a local centre, play facilities, and public footpaths, enhancing the family-friendliness of the location. The surrounding area also offers a variety of schools, with a selection of 'Good' Ofsted-rated schools nearby.

Practical Information

The price range for current property releases runs from £259,995 to circa £499,995 for 2- to 5-bedroom houses. Linden Homes, as part of the Vistry Group, holds a 5-star rating for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation (HBF). Prospective buyers are advised that specific plot pricing, completion dates, and all purchase assistance schemes (such as Part Exchange) should be confirmed directly with the on-site sales consultants. Viewing appointments for the show homes can be arranged by contacting the developer directly.