Lavender Rise

Development Overview

Lavender Rise is a new build development by Bellway Homes, located on Houlgate Way in the historical town of Axbridge, Somerset (BS26 2BJ). The development comprises 53 new homes, offering a mix of properties for private sale and shared ownership. The private sale collection focuses on larger family residences, including 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses. An allocation of 15 homes, consisting of 1-bedroom maisonettes and 2, 3, and 4-bedroom houses, is available through the Home Reach Shared Ownership scheme, delivered in partnership with housing provider Heylo.

Prices for the new build homes at Lavender Rise currently start from £197,500 for a 1-bedroom shared ownership maisonette in the ‘Stationer’ style. Private sale three-bedroom properties are listed from approximately £389,500 for a semi-detached ‘Mason’ house, while four-bedroom detached homes, such as the ‘Hawthorn’ and ‘Bowyer’ styles, range from £470,000 up to £540,000. Site groundworks began in July 2024, with the first residents anticipated to move into their homes in Spring 2025.

Property Details

The 53 properties at Lavender Rise offer various designs, including the ‘Weaver’ (a four-bedroom detached showhome) and the ‘Lorimer’ (a four-bedroom detached plot). The range is comprehensive, from the 486 sq. ft. ‘Stationer’ 1-bedroom maisonette to the substantial 4 and 5-bedroom family houses. Homes like the 4-bedroom ‘Bowyer’ feature a dual-aspect design to maximise natural light, incorporating a separate living room, an open-plan kitchen/dining room, a utility room, and an en-suite to the master bedroom. Tenure is a mix of freehold for private sale houses and leasehold for shared ownership properties, with a confirmed annual service charge for some shared ownership plots at £317.04 and an estate management charge of £333.74. All new homes come with a 10-Year NHBC Warranty.

Location Benefits

Axbridge is positioned on the edge of the Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town centre, with its independent shops, pub, restaurant, and farmers’ market, is approximately a five-minute walk from the development. Essential local amenities include a popular supermarket five minutes away by car, and a larger grocery store a 10-minute drive away. The Axbridge Church of England First School Academy is within a short four-minute walk (0.1 miles). Secondary education is served by The Kings of Wessex Academy (2.0 miles) and Churchill Academy and Sixth Form (just over 15 minutes’ drive).

For transport, a bus stop is situated just a one-minute walk away, while the nearest main line railway connections are at Worle (6.3 miles) and Weston Milton (6.9 miles). Road links are favourable for commuters, with the A38 and Junction 22 of the M5 motorway accessible in around 15 minutes. This allows for a typical driving time of approximately 40 minutes to Bristol city centre (18 miles away) and one hour to Bath. Bristol Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

Practical Information

Bellway Homes, a 5-star HBF rated builder for nine consecutive years, is the developer. However, prospective buyers should note that the company’s reputation has included reports of quality concerns and involvement in a CMA investigation on other developments. Specific plot availability, detailed property specifications, and current incentives (such as the potential 'Save up to £10,000' offer on selected plots) should be verified directly with the Bellway South West sales team. Viewing appointments for the showhome and 'House to Home' display plot can be arranged by contacting the developer for dedicated time with a Sales Advisor.