Did you know that access to green space offers a wide range of physical and mental health benefits?
Even better, many new home developments across the country are located close to open, healthygreen spaces, providing easy access to nature and opportunities to relax or socialise.
The health benefits of green space
Research published by The Health Foundation in 2014 highlighted the link between access to green space and improved health outcomes, including overall life expectancy. When people have access to green space, they are more likely to exercise regularly and maintain an active lifestyle. Areas with reduced air and noise pollution can also help to lower stress levels.
Additionally, living near green space creates more opportunities for social interaction, helping to build strong relationships and community networks. The research concluded that neighbourhoods with greater access to green space tend to benefit from higher life expectancy.
New homes and green spaces
New home developments with easy access to open green space are often found on larger sites across the country. These may be located on the edges of towns or on redeveloped brownfield sites in more rural areas and are sometimes referred to as ‘garden villages’.
These developments often include allotments, sports and playing fields, woodland, lakes, walking and cycling routes, and children’s play areas. Green space is carefully integrated into the wider design to ensure residents can easily enjoy these health-boosting facilities.
Imagine waking up on a weekend morning and stepping outside to enjoy a woodland walk or a leisurely stroll around a lake just minutes from your front door. The opportunity to relax, unwind, stay active and enjoy fresh air—without needing to use your car—can be a reality with many new home developments.
New home developments with green space
We’ve gathered information on some of the latest new home developments currently in progress, all offering acres of green space right on your doorstep. Explore the developments below and click the links to find out more on our website.
Stonebond at Waterbeach, outskirts of Cambridge
This impressive new homes development is bordered by mature woodland on one side and a
23-acre lake with walking and cycling routes on the other. For those seeking high-quality green open space to enjoy fresh air, exercise and the tranquillity of nature, Stonebond at Waterbeach is an excellent choice. Located just seven miles from Cambridge, it is ideal for families, commuters to Cambridge, or those travelling into London. Waterbeach also benefits from its own train station, adding further convenience.
Take a look at The Wickson, a four-bedroom home arranged over three floors, featuring a stylish double-fronted design, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, and a south-facing garden. The home also includes a tandem garage with an EV charging point. The main bedroom occupies the top floor and benefits from an en suite and fitted wardrobes.
You can view The Wickson at Stonebond at Waterbeach here. For more homes on this development, visit here.
Ladden Garden Village, Yate, Bristol – David Wilson Homes
Ladden Garden Village offers a range of two, three and four-bedroom homes set within a thriving new community. The development features 32 acres of open green space, including over four acres of play areas and sports pitches, 1.18 hectares of allotments, and approximately 4.5km of cycleways and footpaths. Residents can enjoy species-rich grassland and natural landscapes, alongside new hedgerows, woodland and trees that will continue to mature over time.
Shown below is one of the energy-efficient three-bedroom homes currently available at Ladden Garden Village. Situated in a cul-de-sac, the property benefits from two parking spaces. The home’s modern design includes an open-plan kitchen with doors leading to the garden and a downstairs study, ideal for contemporary living. Across the upper floors, you’ll find a lounge, a main bedroom with en suite, two additional bedrooms and a family bathroom. All David Wilson Homes at Ladden Garden Village include PV solar panels. View more homes available on the development here.
Glenvale Park, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Designed with sustainability and community in mind, Glenvale Park will feature over 200 acres of green open space alongside plans for approximately 3,000 new homes by a range of housebuilders. The development includes mature woodland, wildflower meadows and grassland, as well as playing pitches and family play areas. Green spaces have been strategically planned to ensure they are easily accessible, supported by an extensive network of walking and cycling routes.
Barratt Homes is one of the housebuilders at Glenvale Park, and shown above is their ‘The
Shakespeare’ home. This three-bedroom semi-detached property is designed for flexible, modern living and includes energy-efficient features such as solar PV panels. Arranged over three floors, the home offers generous living space, with an open-plan kitchen and spacious lounge on the ground floor. The main bedroom spans the second floor and benefits from an en suite. Explore the homes available from Barratt Homes at Glenvale Park in Wellingborough here. Whether you enjoy walking, cycling or simply relaxing in nature, the availability of accessible green space is another compelling reason to choose a new build home.
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