Rowden Chase

Development Overview

Rowden Chase is a significant new build homes development by Bellway Homes, located within the master-planned Rowden Park Garden Village in Chippenham, Wiltshire (SN15 2NU). The development is positioned approximately two miles to the south of Chippenham town centre, offering a semi-rural setting alongside connectivity to urban amenities. This specific phase, Rowden Chase, is planned to deliver 225 new homes, which includes a mix of 157 private homes and 68 affordable homes available via low-cost rent or shared ownership schemes. Bellway Homes has a long track record as a major national housebuilder. The company has been awarded 5-star builder status in the national Home Builders Federation (HBF) awards for multiple consecutive years, indicating that over 90% of customers would recommend them.

Property Details

The collection of new build homes at Rowden Chase comprises a varied selection of two, three, and four-bedroom properties, designed to appeal to a range of buyers including first-time purchasers and families. These properties feature energy-efficient designs with a focus on future-focused technologies to create a greener standard of living. Specific features include energy-efficient design, and all homes are planned to benefit from solar PV panels to assist residents in minimising energy consumption and bills. The development integrates significant green open space within the site, and the wider masterplan for Rowden Park Garden Village includes a riverside park, recreational facilities, and allotments. Streets are designed to be pedestrian-friendly, with footpath links established to encourage car-free travel and enhance connectivity with the community.

Location and Transport Benefits

Road Links: Rowden Chase offers immediate accessibility to the A350 and A4, with the M4 motorway interchange accessible in approximately 10 minutes by car. This provides a direct route to Bristol in under 40 minutes.

Rail Links: Chippenham train station, located centrally in the town, is a major commuter asset. Services run to Bath in as little as 11 minutes, and to London Paddington in slightly over an hour.

Local Access: The development benefits from local bus routes serving key locations, with the nearest bus stop at Showell Farm just a five-minute walk away. The site is located two miles from Chippenham town centre, which hosts the Olympiad Leisure Centre and the Neeld Community and Arts Centre.

Education and Amenities: The masterplan for Rowden Park includes land reserved for a future primary school and a local centre. Current local options include St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a four-minute drive away, and secondary education at both Sheldon School and Abbeyfield School, which are served by local bus routes. Further education is available at the Wiltshire College and University Centre, with campuses a five- to eight-minute drive from the site.

Practical Information

The development is part of a phased acquisition, with Bellway acquiring phases four and five of the wider Rowden Park Garden Village. Work on Rowden Chase was hoped to commence around Easter, subject to detailed planning approval from Wiltshire Council. Current specific pricing and availability for the new build homes at Rowden Chase are to be confirmed and interested parties should contact the Bellway Homes sales office directly for the latest plot-specific information. Mortgage schemes such as Deposit Unlock, Express Mover, and Part Exchange are advertised as potential purchase options.