Baldwins Gate Grange

Development Overview

Baldwins Gate Grange is a new build homes development by Bellway Homes (West Midlands) located off Newcastle Road in the village of Baldwins Gate, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 5FQ. The scheme is delivering a total of 200 energy-efficient new build homes, comprising 150 properties for private sale and 50 affordable homes.

Properties available include a varied selection of 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses in a mix of terraced, end-terrace, and detached styles. Current availability places the price range for these new build homes between approximately £260,000 and £489,500. Specific properties include the two-bedroom terraced 'The Potter' starting at £260,000, the three-bedroom detached 'The Thespian' available from £331,500, and larger four-bedroom detached houses priced around the £425,500 to £435,000 mark.

Property Details

The development features Bellway’s 'Artisan Collection' house types, designed for modern living. All properties include designated garage and/or parking spaces. The design brief includes energy-efficient construction, contributing to lower running costs for homeowners. A commitment has been made to build 32 of the private homes and all 50 affordable properties to M4(2) accessibility standards. A representative house type, 'The Thespian' (3-bedroom detached), features a dual-aspect living room with a bay window and an open-plan kitchen and dining area with French doors to the garden, alongside an en suite to bedroom 1. The largest properties, such as the five-bedroom detached 'The Watchmaker', showcase contemporary architectural design.

Location Benefits and Amenities

Baldwins Gate Grange is situated on the western edge of the village, surrounded by Staffordshire countryside. Approximately half of the 32-acre site is dedicated to public open space, which will incorporate an orchard, allotments, and a children's play area. Essential local services within a short walk include the Baldwins Gate CofE(VC) Primary School (rated 'Good', approximately 0.5 miles), a Post Office & General Store, and the The Blockhouse at The Sheet Anchor public house.

Transport connectivity is facilitated by the development’s proximity to the A53 trunk road, providing direct road links. The site offers easy access to the M6 motorway. The development is approximately 7-8 miles from both the commercial centres of Stoke-on-Trent and the historic market town of Market Drayton. For commuters, the nearest major rail connection is at Stoke-on-Trent Station. A direct bus service, Line 64 by Arriva Midlands, connects the Sheet Anchor pub in Baldwins Gate to the Stoke-on-Trent Bus Station in approximately 15 minutes, with services running every two hours, Monday to Saturday. Driving time to Stoke-on-Trent is estimated at 10 to 11 minutes.

Practical Information

Developer Bellway Homes holds a strong industry track record, having achieved a five-star HBF customer satisfaction rating for the eighth consecutive year, indicating that over 90% of their customers would recommend them. Completion status for individual plots varies, and prospective buyers should contact Bellway's West Midlands sales office for specific plot availability, completion timelines, and to discuss financial incentives like the Express Mover or Part Exchange schemes. Bellway has committed over £2.2 million to local infrastructure, including education and healthcare.