Castleton Grange

Development Overview

Castleton Grange is a new build homes development by Persimmon Homes, located on Jervis Close in the historic market town of Eye, Suffolk (IP23 7FD). The site offers a selection of two, three, four, and five-bedroom freehold properties, catering to a range of buyers from first-time homeowners to growing families.

Prices currently range from approximately £250,000 to £525,000 for the available new build homes. Specific examples of current pricing include the three-bedroom semi-detached 'Danbury' or 'Dallington' house types starting from £250,000 - £270,000, four-bedroom detached houses like 'The Kielder' from approximately £425,000 - £435,000, and the three-bedroom 'Boxted' bungalow at £370,000 (Plot 186, subject to availability).

Property Details

All properties at Castleton Grange are offered with a 10-year warranty. The house designs are based on traditional layouts integrated with modern, functional living spaces. Many of the new homes, such as the three-bedroom options, feature an open-plan kitchen/dining area with French doors providing direct access to the private rear garden. Larger house types, including the four-bedroom ‘Whiteleaf Bay’, offer separate formal living and dining rooms, alongside a kitchen/breakfast room, and often include an en suite bathroom to the principal bedroom suite.

Available homebuying schemes at this development include Part Exchange, Home Change, Deposit Unlock, and a Key Worker/Armed Forces discount scheme. Viewing is strictly by appointment, and buyers should confirm completion status and property availability directly with the developer.

Location and Transport Benefits

Castleton Grange is situated on the edge of Eye, a rural town known for its picturesque streets and local historical landmark, Eye Castle. The town centre provides a mix of amenities, including both well-known and independent shops, as well as local eateries such as the Cocoamama Chocolate Cafe.

For families, the development is located near several established educational facilities: Occold Primary School (0.8 miles) and Thorndon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School (1.4 miles) are nearby, alongside Hartismere School and Sixth Form College in the town. For leisure, Thetford Forest is a 40-minute drive away, offering extensive walking trails.

Transport links are key for commuters. The site offers convenient road access to the A140, connecting to Norwich and Ipswich, while the A143 provides a direct route to Bury St Edmunds. The closest mainline rail service is from Diss station, located approximately 5.1 miles from the development. Diss offers direct trains to London Liverpool Street with the fastest services completing the journey in as little as 1 hour and 17 minutes.

Developer Track Record

Persimmon Homes is a FTSE 100-listed housebuilder. While the company holds a 5-star customer satisfaction rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), indicating that over 9 out of 10 customers would recommend them, prospective buyers should note the company's historical record, which included criticism regarding build quality and a “systemic nationwide failure” on fire cavity barriers in some older timber-frame properties. In response, Persimmon has introduced its 'Persimmon Way' build policy, appointed independent quality inspectors, and committed to significant investment in customer care and quality standards. Buyers are advised to research the current site-specific feedback and ensure all new build checks and snagging procedures are rigorously followed.