If you’re in the market for new homes in Oxfordshire, we have the most relevant pointers and opinions from actual residents across the county. Oxfordshire itself is famous for its beautiful countryside and historic towns and villages. Not to mention its excellent schools and transport links. So why not dive in and take a closer look?
NOTE: We know the title of this post says “Top 10″m but Oxfordshire has seen a lot of fantastic new developments added to HomeViews since this first went live. That’s why we felt it deserved an expansion into a Top 20 list. Enjoy!
New build homes in Oxfordshire: 20 best developments
Now, let’s take a look at the ten best new build developments in Oxfordshire. Residents judge their homes on factors such as the quality of homes, location and facilities available. The final rankings are all determined purely by the given scores of verified residents. This way, you know what real residents think of where they live.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how recently reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. More recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
Our first-placed development for Oxfordshire is Bellway at Kingsmere, which is surrounded by green open space in its village setting, complete with a great community feel. It benefits from a great range of high-performing schools, a village centre, recreational and sports facilities, a health village, restaurant and hotel. It’s also a short walk from the designer shops and boutiques at Bicester Village, making it a shopper’s delight.
The Hopefield Grange development of two-to-five-bedroom homes is located in the village of Benson, and is perfect for those who want to be close to nature. Local transport links also put it in easy reach of Reading, Oxford and London Paddington.
Taking third place in Oxfordshire, Scholars’ Gate by Lioncourt Homes is a collection of two, three, four and five-bedrooms homes. The development is on the edge of the village of Hook Norton, around six miles from Chipping Norton and ten miles from Banbury. It has access to a wide range of local amenities, including a village shop and post office, a school, several pubs and a successful brewery.
Occupying fourth spot on our list of the top 10 of new homes in Oxfordshire is Townsend Place. This desirable new development by Bovis Homes is located in the village of Shrivenham in the Vale of the White Horse, within proximity of Swindon and the M4.
In fifth, Wolvercote Mill is located in the picturesque village of Wolvercote, home to a weatlth of amenities all within easy reach. One happy reviewer says: “The new development is extremely well built with apartments and houses places throughout. With a small woods surrounding the development we have nice areas to travel and explore.”
Hitting sixth on our list is Banbury Chase, a great selection of 3 & 4 bedroom homes less than 2 miles from Banbury’s town centre. One excited reviewer said: “Love the design of the house , the sizes of the rooms are really good!”
In seventh we have Banbury Rise, a collection of two-to-four-bedroom new homes for sale in Banbury, a rural location, with quiet cul-de-sacs and open green spaces. High-quality builds feature throughout, with aesthetically pleasing brick and stonework. Residents say that there’s also plenty of space to enjoy, with properties carefully placed to avoid overcrowding. It’s a great location for dog owners too!
Taking eighth for Oxfordshire is a joint venture between FABRICA and Crest Nicholson, Elmsbrook. This development is actually an eco-town, part of the North West Bicester Masterplan, and 40% of the final development will be devoted to green spaces including allotments, play areas, sports and recreational facilities, a country park and acres of interconnecting cycle and walking paths.
The ninth best new build property development in Oxfordshire, according to verified resident reviews on HomeViews, is Mosaics. One of Oxford’s newest neighbourhoods, it’s situated on the very edge of the city’s picturesque countryside and nestled among open green spaces and stunning views across the Bayswater Brook. The homes here are modern yet practical in design and completion. The management team are roundly praised by reviewers for their diligence and attention to detail.
Completing the Top 10 for Oxfordshire is Kingsmere, which is surrounded by green open space and enjoys a village setting with a great community feel. The development benefits from schools, a village centre, recreational and sports facilities, a health village, restaurant and hotel. It’s also a short walk from the designer shops and boutiques at Bicester Village.
Hampton Meadow is a new development by Bovis Homes situated in the Oxfordshire village of Stadhampton, within travel proximity to Oxford, the M40 and London. Read reviews and details of Hampton Meadow, OX44
In 12th, Hayfield Green is situated in the village of Stanton Harcourt. Typical of Oxfordshire villages, Stanton Harcourt benefits from a close knit community, a Village Hall, a pub, village shop, Post Office and cricket club. Hayfield Green offers two, three, four and five bedroom homes designed around footpaths and open spaces.
In 13th place, Alder View is a development located in the village of Harwell, with excellent transport links and the amenities of Didcot town nearby.
One delighted resident reviewer says: “Building management is great, no problems so far and have been here a year, perfect structure and thought out very well, the garden structure is also great.”
Also known as ‘Hawkswood’, this collection by Linden Homes is part of the wider Kingsmere development, which includes other housebuilders such as Bovis Homes. The development sits in Bicester, located 14 miles away from Oxford city centre. Linden Homes are offering 2, 3, 4, & 5-bed detached and semi detached homes for sale. In addition, […] Read reviews and details of Linden Homes at Kingsmere, OX26
Our 15th spot goes to Colwell Green, which is situated on the edge of The Cotswolds and features a selection of 2 bedroom apartments and 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes.
One recent review says: “Good development, designed well. unfortunately it is far from town for those who don’t drive and there are no shops on this development. Hopefully, the roads will have tarmac soon and pavements evened.”
Newman Place in Littlemore, Oxford offers a collection of 2-bed apartments and 3 & 4-bed houses. Located just south of Oxford’s evocative skyline, cobbled streets and globally recognisable college quads, this town has its own distinctive character and strong sense of community. Newman Place is close by numerous amenities, restaurants and boasts a buzzing nightlife […] Read reviews and details of Newman Place, OX4
Bovis Homes at Kingsmere sits in Bicester. Kingsmere is a wider popular development of brand new homes, made up of houses by other housebuilders. The development is located moments away from the sought after designer outlet; Bicester Village. As well as this, there are schools nearby and the M40 providing convenient commuter links to London, […] Read reviews and details of Bovis Homes at Kingsmere, OX26
Hanwell Chase is located in the market town of Banbury, on the edge of The Cotswolds. Hanwell Chase is within easy reach of great amenities and is close to countryside. Banbury train station operates hour long routes to Birmingham and London whilst the nearby M40 also provides easy access to the Midlands and London Read reviews and details of Persimmon at Hanwell Chase, OX16
In 19th, Heyford Park is a new development by Bovis Homes located in the Oxfordshire countryside, 6 miles from Bicester and within travel proximity of Oxford.
We finish the list with the delightful Lakeview, a new development of 46 homes located in Witney. Lakeview offers 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes and vast green open spaces. Witney is one of the largest market towns in Oxfordshire providing all manner of modern-day conveniences and amenities.
Come join us as we take a look at the ten best developments in Oxfordshire.
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Where is Oxfordshire?
Oxfordshire is a county in the south of England, bordering Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and Witney. The county town is Oxford, which is well known for its universities – Oxford University and Ruskin College.
Why live in Oxfordshire?
One of the most desirable counties to live in in the UK, Oxfordshire is famed for its stunning countryside and historic towns and villages. The county is well-served by transport links, with excellent motorway and rail connections to London and other major cities. Oxfordshire is also rightly regarded as a cent of excellence for education, with a number of highly sought-after schools as well as world-renowned universities.
The country is packed with amazing scenery, boarded on three sides by areas of outstanding natural beauty (AONBs) including the Cotswolds, the Chilterns and the Oxfordshire Downs. There are plenty of picturesque villages and market towns to explore, as well as miles of beautiful countryside waiting to be discovered on foot, bike or horseback.
The county town of Oxford is renowned for its historical architecture and lively cultural scene, while other towns such as Banbury, Bicester and Witney offer a more peaceful pace of life.
This price range puts it in a similar bracket to neighbouring counties such as Buckinghamshire (£489,000) and Berkshire (£452,000). It’s a touch more expensive than Hampshire (£390,000). Overall, Oxfordshire is not cheap, but the higher price tag comes with a lot of bonuses.
If this has inspired you to give Oxfordshire a go, then explore the area further in our dedicated guide. Here you’ll find more new build developments across the county. You can also review verified resident feedback, in the form of category scores and detailed comments.
Oxfordshire is a county in the south of England, home to many great schools and universities. The population is around 638,000 people. Oxfordshire has some lovely countryside that would be perfect for anyone looking to move away from city life with their family. If Read more about Oxfordshire
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