Poppyfields at Stanton Cross

Poppyfields at Stanton Cross is a new build homes development by Linden Homes, a division of Vistry Group, located on Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1LH. The development is situated within the wider Stanton Cross masterplan, a flagship mixed-use extension to Wellingborough designed to introduce 3,750 residential units, commercial space, and enhanced community infrastructure.

Development Overview

The development offers a selection of 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom new build houses. Current property prices range from £284,995 to £499,995. Specific examples of available house types include the 2 bedroom semi-detached 'The Cartwright', currently priced at £284,995, and the 4 bedroom terraced 'The Aldridge' starting at £324,995. Larger executive homes, such as the 4 bedroom double-fronted 'The Cottingham', are listed at £499,995 and may include a garage and driveway.

Linden Homes provides a 10 Year warranty on all new properties. However, prospective buyers should note that customer feedback for Linden Homes on other developments includes reports of mixed build quality, with specific concerns raised by some residents regarding soundproofing and minor internal fittings.

Location Benefits and Amenities

Poppyfields is positioned for commuter access. Wellingborough train station is located less than a mile from the development, providing regular East Midlands Railway services. Commuters can reach London St Pancras in under an hour, with direct rail links also available to Bedford, Luton Airport Parkway, Nottingham, and Leeds. The station is part of the Stanton Cross plan for an enhanced transport hub. Bus route 48 serves the area via a stop on Irthlinborough Road, approximately a one-minute walk away. Major road links, including the A14, M1, and M11, are conveniently accessible, with journey times to both Birmingham and Luton Airports estimated at around one hour.

Immediate local infrastructure includes the new Stanton Cross Primary School, which is situated approximately 322 metres from the site. The wider masterplan promises a total of two primary schools and one secondary school, along with a neighbourhood centre containing a small supermarket, health facilities, a community hall, shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Practical Information

Existing residents within the Stanton Cross development have voiced frustrations regarding delays in the delivery of key retail and community amenities promised as part of the masterplan, advising that some facilities, including the retail units, may be years away from completion. For established retail and leisure, the Rushden Lakes waterside shopping centre is close by (off the A45), featuring high-street brands, eateries, and a 14-screen Cineworld cinema, in addition to nearby supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons, and Lidl. The development incorporates open space, with the 9-acre Grange Park currently open, and a future 44-acre Town Park and 71-acre Country Park planned to provide 143 acres of green space. Viewing arrangements and specific plot completion dates can be confirmed by contacting the Linden Homes sales team, which typically operates between 10:00 and 17:00, Wednesday to Monday.