Woodside Vale

Development Overview

Woodside Vale is a new build homes development by national housebuilder Taylor Wimpey, located off Clayton Wood Road in the LS16 6EB area of North Leeds, West Yorkshire. Situated on the fringes of Horsforth, Kirkstall, and Meanwood, the development occupies a unique setting within a former quarry area, bordered by ancient woodland. The scheme is a thoughtfully considered community of 299 homes and is part of Taylor Wimpey's ‘Elite Collection,’ featuring a contemporary range of two, three, and four-bedroom properties designed to appeal to first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers.

Currently available open-market homes range from a 3-bedroom semi-detached house at approximately £359,995 to a 4-bedroom detached house priced up to £519,995. The developer, Taylor Wimpey, holds a 4-star rating from the Home Builders Federation, signifying that over 90% of their customers would recommend them. However, prospective buyers should note that Taylor Wimpey, as a high-volume builder, has received mixed customer feedback regarding build quality and aftercare, which can vary between individual sites.

Property Details

The Woodside Vale development offers a variety of house types, including semi-detached and detached formats. Noteworthy designs include the three-bedroom semi-detached Byford and Kingdale models, and the four-bedroom detached Manford house type. The two-bedroom Quarterhouse show home, which includes an open-plan kitchen/dining/lounge area and two en-suite bedrooms, has previously been available for viewings. All homes at Woodside Vale are being built with specific sustainability features, designed to improve energy efficiency and lower running costs. Standard features include PV panels for solar energy, electric vehicle (EV) charging points, triple glazing, and Waste Water Heat Recovery systems. Interiors feature modern white Ideal Standard sanitaryware, Aqualisa showers in en-suites, and Zanussi ovens with built-in gas hobs, with a range of customisation options available through the 'Options Online' tool.

Location Benefits

Woodside Vale offers connectivity to major transport links. Horsforth railway station is less than two miles away and provides Northern and London North Eastern Railway services, offering commuter links to Leeds city centre and onward connections to cities including York, Manchester, Liverpool, and London. Bus stops are located within a short walk of the development, including the Old Farm Cross stop (a 2-minute walk) and the Ring Rd Fillingfir Drive stop, which are served by routes such as the 27, 50, 50A, 56, 9, and 9C.

By road, Leeds City Centre is approximately a 15-minute drive, and Leeds Bradford Airport is less than 10 minutes away, providing excellent links for both commuters and frequent travellers. Local amenities are centred around the nearby vibrant town of Horsforth, which provides parks, sports clubs, pubs, and local supermarkets. Horsforth Hall Park, known for its Japanese gardens, is a key local green space for residents. The area is also served by well-regarded primary and secondary schools, with the Butcher Hill Abbey Grange School bus stop a 9-12 minute walk from the development area.

Practical Information

The current price range for three and four-bedroom new build homes starts from approximately £359,995. Interested parties should contact the developer directly for the latest availability, specific plot prices, and current incentives. Viewing arrangements for the show homes, such as the Quarterhouse, are managed by the Woodside Vale sales team. For detailed completion status on specific plots, financing offers (such as Part Exchange), and to confirm the exact property mix (two, three, and four bedroom), contact the Taylor Wimpey sales executive for the development.