New homes in Gloucester
If you are looking for houses for sale in Gloucester, we’ve got you covered. Located in southwest Gloucestershire, the city sits next to the Cotswolds but proudly keeps its own distinct, multicultural character.
Getting to know Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Gloucester has a history that dates back to Roman times, so you’ll find pieces of the past everywhere you walk. One of the city's most famous attractions is Gloucester Cathedral, which is recognised as one of the finest medieval buildings in the country. Dating all the way back to 1089, the cathedral hosted the coronation of King Henry III, and its stone cloisters even doubled as the hallways of Hogwarts in the Harry Potter films.
What are the best things to do in Gloucester?
Gloucester has changed a lot over the last couple of years, especially around the water. The 19th-century Gloucester Docks was once an inland port, but today, the old brick warehouses hold the National Waterways Museum, galleries and a variety of shops.
While you’re in the area, be sure to visit Gloucester Quays, which is the perfect spot to shop, eat and head to the cinema. Plus, Gloucester Quays hosts a range of events that the whole family can enjoy, like the Gloucester Food Festival, where you can sample everything from street food to sweet treats, and visit the Christmas Market during the festive period to see the Quays transformed into a winter wonderland.
Looking for a change of scenery? A fifteen-minute drive east via the A417 will bring you straight into the stone villages of the Cotswold hills, including nearby Painswick and Birdlip while the Forest of Dean is also nearby. For a more hands-on experience, you can head to Over Farm popular with families looking for seasonal events, meeting farm animals and picking-your-own produce.
What are the best schools and universities in Gloucester?
Gloucester is home to some of the best performing schools in the country. Denmark Road High School is a top-tier girls' grammar school with a co-educational sixth form, while Sir Thomas Rich's School in Longlevens offers an excellent grammar education for boys and a mixed sixth form. To the south of the city, The Crypt School has a fully co-educational grammar option.
If you’re living in our new build homes in Gloucester and you’re interested in higher education, the University of Gloucestershire offers a choice of in business, sports and healthcare courses.
Is it easy to get around Gloucester?
Yes, commuting and travelling around Gloucester is easy. By car, the M5 runs right next to the town, connecting you to Bristol in about 40 minutes and Birmingham in under an hour.
If you prefer the train, Gloucester station sits right in the centre. From here, you can catch direct Great Western Railway services to London Paddington in about an hour and 50 minutes or hop on a CrossCountry train to get to Cardiff or Birmingham quickly.
View our current new build developments in Gloucester
Take a look through our latest new build developments for sale in Gloucester and the growing community of Brockworth to find a layout, price point, and location that works for you.