Leighwood Fields

Development Overview

Leighwood Fields is a new build development by Berkeley Homes, situated in Cranleigh, Surrey (GU6 8WQ), at the heart of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This development offers an extensive collection of 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes, including both houses and luxury two-bedroom apartments. Current market availability includes house types such as 'The Baxter' (2-bed terraced), 'The Russet' (3-bed), and 'The Mandarin' (4-bed semi-detached). Freehold house prices for the current phase range from approximately £625,000 to £895,000, with a specific 2-bedroom terraced home listed at £450,000 and a 4-bedroom home at £775,000. A limited number of 1 and 2-bedroom apartments and 2-bedroom houses are also available through Shared Ownership with SO Resi. The developer, Berkeley Group, has a strong track record, recently being ranked the UK’s number one homebuilder for build quality by HomeViews.

Property Details

Each new build property at Leighwood Fields is constructed with a high specification and includes a 10-year NHBC Buildmark Scheme and a 2-year Berkeley warranty. The two-bedroom 'Baxter' terraced home offers approximately 850 sq ft of living space, with options for either an open-plan or enclosed kitchen design, and includes Bosch appliances, a downstairs cloakroom, a utility cupboard, and two double bedrooms, each with its own en-suite. Larger family homes, such as the three-bedroom 'Russet,' feature an open-plan kitchen/family/dining area with double doors to a south-facing garden and patio, a separate living room, and a principal bedroom complete with a dressing area and en-suite. All houses benefit from allocated parking, with many plots, such as 'The Russet' and 'The Mandarin' townhouses, offering two parking spaces or a garage. Specific features for residents include a community orchard, residents' garden, and natural play areas.

Location Benefits

Leighwood Fields is positioned to combine a rural lifestyle with commuter accessibility. The development is adjacent to a newly established 62-acre country park, which features a 3-acre lake, wetlands, and cycleways, and provides direct access to the Downs Link footpath and bridleway. The vibrant Cranleigh High Street, known for its independent shops and cafes, is a 5-minute walk away via the Downs Link path. Local amenities include a nearby OneStop and a Sainsbury's supermarket within a 15-20 minute walk. The area is within an excellent catchment for local schools, including Park Mead Primary, Glebelands Secondary, and Cranleigh School. For transport, the development is approximately 11 miles from Guildford station. Fast rail services run from Guildford to London Waterloo in just over 30 to 40 minutes. The M25 motorway is under 20 miles away, while Gatwick and Heathrow airports are 24 and 30 miles from Cranleigh, respectively.

Practical Information

Properties currently available range from two-bedroom apartments to five-bedroom houses. Specific pricing and property availability change frequently; interested parties should contact the developer, Berkeley Homes, directly for current information on remaining plots, specific house types, and viewing arrangements. Move-in-ready homes are frequently released. The price range for the development's open-market properties is approximately £625,000 to £895,000.