Redcliffe Homes

Redcliffe Homes, an independent house builder in the South West

Redcliffe Homes is an independent house building company that describes itself as creating desirable homes in sought-after locations throughout the South West. The company states it has been established for over forty years and presents itself as an award-winning developer, with a focus on design and build quality as well as on the communities its developments form.

Its stated approach combines individually designed homes with landscaped surroundings, positioning each property as spacious, tailored to modern lifestyles and intended to stand the test of time.

Current developments and locations

The site lists a series of active developments, each with its own mix of house sizes and starting prices as shown when this profile was written:

• Gascoigne Park, Milborne Port, Somerset: a collection of 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes in countryside surroundings, from £355,000.
• Nup End Meadow, Ashleworth, Gloucestershire: 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes in a village location, from £297,000.
• Lackham Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire: individually designed 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes, from £389,000.
• Lackham Place Phase 2, Chippenham, Wiltshire: a second collection of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes, from £315,000.
• Zephyr Place, Devizes, Wiltshire: 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes in a medieval town setting, from £315,000.
• The Carriages, Castle Cary, Somerset: individually designed 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes, from £575,000, announced as coming soon with registration open for updates.

Beyond these, the company maintains a section dedicated to legacy developments, presented as evidence of its track record in delivering individual homes.

Sustainability and construction approach

Redcliffe Homes states that its homes are built with sustainability in mind: highly energy-efficient, low-maintenance and designed to keep running costs down. It cites the use of current heating systems, advanced materials, energy-saving appliances and modern construction methods as the basis for comfortable and healthy homes.

Buying process and land acquisition

The company outlines a guided purchasing journey, describing a personal yet professional approach intended to make buying a new home less overwhelming. It also addresses landowners through sections on land acquisition and land case studies, indicating that sourcing land is part of its development model.

Recognition and awards

The company presents itself as award-winning and lists a range of distinctions received over the years for design and build quality, including:

• Finalist in the National Housebuilder of the Year awards.
• Bath & North East Somerset Building Quality Award for The Elms, Bath, and for Solsbury Court, Bath.
• NHBC Pride in the Job Award for Solsbury Court, Bath, and for St Fagans, Cardiff.
• Vale of Glamorgan Built in Quality for Walton House, Penarth.
• Shortlisting for Bristol Property Awards Developer of the Year, and for Residential Development with Dyrham View, Old Sodbury.
• National Housing Design Award for Lawpool Court, Wells, and for South Cerney.
• Highly commended in Development of the Year for Bownham View, Rodborough (The Bricks).
• Shortlisting for Business Desk South West Community Impact and for Insider South West Residential Property Awards House Builder of the Year.
• Residential Development of the Year (-100 units) for Dyrham View, Old Sodbury, and Residential Development of the Year (+100 units) for Lackham Place, Chippenham.

The site also quotes Ben Metcalfe, Director at Pad Design Ltd, referring to Redcliffe's commitment to design, place making and attention to detail.

Company information and other areas

The company's registered base is Holly House, 4 High Street, Chipping Sodbury, Bristol BS37 6AH. Its site also covers social responsibility and careers, alongside news and information sections.