Work Well Underway on 60 New Homes in Pocklington as Redrow Prepares To Launch

Finding that perfect spot to call home can feel like a bit of a balancing act. It's a search for a place with enough green space to feel like a proper escape, but with all the handy shops and transport links that make life easy. Well, it looks like a new development in the charming market town of Pocklington is aiming to tick all those boxes. The housebuilder Redrow is getting ready to launch 60 new homes this July, offering a fresh start for everyone from growing families to those looking to downsize. This new collection of properties, part of a bigger vision for the area, promises a blend of classic design and modern living, right on the edge of the beautiful Yorkshire countryside.

So, what’s happening in Pocklington?

There's a bit of a buzz in Pocklington as work is well underway on a brand-new community. Redrow, a name many will know for its quality homes, is launching its part of the project, called Highgrove Gardens. According to an announcement on 17th February 2026, this development will feature 60 new properties, which sounds like a nice, close-knit neighbourhood in the making. These aren't just any homes; they are from Redrow's Heritage Collection, which is inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement. Think traditional, characterful exteriors that look like they’ve been part of the landscape for years, but with all the energy-efficient, modern goodies inside. It's a clever way to build new communities that don't feel jarringly new.

The Highgrove Gardens development itself is part of a much larger 380-home plan at The Balk, where other builders like Barratt and David Wilson Homes are also creating new properties. The whole area has been designed with a real sense of community and nature in mind. It's not just about rows of houses. The plans include green open spaces, a play area for kids, and even allotments for anyone who fancies growing their own veg. The entire development is set on the edge of woodland and farmland, so it has a lovely rural feel. To top it off, they're installing bat boxes, bird boxes, and bee bricks to give local wildlife a helping hand. It's a thoughtful touch that shows they're building more than just houses; they're creating a habitat for people and nature to share.

A home for every family

The new Highgrove Gardens development will offer a fantastic range of homes, with a mix of three, four, and five-bedroom properties available. This means there’s likely something to suit different needs, whether it's for families needing more space or downsizers wanting a high-quality, manageable home. One of the standout designs mentioned is 'The Leamington Lifestyle'. It’s a three-bedroom detached house, but here’s the clever bit: it’s built on the footprint of a typical four-bedroom property. So, instead of cramming in an extra small bedroom, the space is used to create three massive double bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. No more morning queues! The main bedroom even gets a walk-in wardrobe. Downstairs, there's a big open-plan kitchen and family room, plus a separate lounge for quiet evenings.

For those needing even more room, 'The Hampstead' is one of the largest five-bedroom homes on the development. This one is perfect for a big family. It features a huge open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area that stretches right across the back of the house, looking out onto the garden. There’s also a separate large lounge, a utility room, and a double garage. With five bedrooms upstairs, two of which have an en-suite, it's a home designed for busy family life. Steve Jackson, the sales director for Redrow Yorkshire, is confident about the new site. He said:

Pocklington is a fabulous place to live, with beautiful landscapes as well as strong transport links and excellent amenities. Our range of homes will complement the surrounding developments and bring something different, with our family-friendly layouts and a high specification set to meet a strong demand locally for premium homes.

The charm of Pocklington town

Living in a new development is one thing, but the town it's in is just as important. Luckily, Pocklington is a real gem. It’s a picturesque market town with a friendly atmosphere. Forget generic high streets; here you’ll find a lovely variety of independent shops, cosy cafes, tasty restaurants, and traditional pubs. It’s got all the practical amenities you need too, like supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. It really does offer that ideal mix of quaint town life and modern convenience. For families, having good schools and parks nearby is a huge plus, and for commuters, the location is spot-on.

The focus on building well-rounded communities is clear. With the inclusion of allotments and green spaces, residents can enjoy a bit of the good life right on their doorstep. This kind of planning helps create strong, neighbourly bonds and makes a new development feel like home much faster. The award-winning approach that Redrow takes often focuses on 'placemaking', ensuring their developments are not just collections of houses but are truly integrated into the local area. Given their high customer satisfaction ratings, it’s a formula that seems to work.

Perfectly placed for commuters

One of the biggest draws of this new Pocklington development is its location. While it feels rural and peaceful, it’s brilliantly connected. For commuters, the city of York is just 15 miles away, which is a very manageable daily trip. And it's not just York; Hull and Leeds are both within an hour’s drive, opening up a huge range of job opportunities. You don’t even need a car for everything. There's a reliable local bus service with regular journeys into York and Hull, as well as to the nearby villages. Once in York, the train connections are fantastic, with direct services heading to London, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow, and Sheffield. This makes Pocklington a superb base for anyone who needs to travel across the country for work or leisure.

Steve Jackson from Redrow also highlighted this advantage, saying:

Commuters will appreciate its convenient location, with York just 15 miles away and Hull and Leeds all within an hour’s drive. A reliable local bus service offers regular journeys to York, Hull, and nearby villages, while direct trains from York connect to London, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and Sheffield.

It's this combination of countryside living and easy city access that makes the new homes at Highgrove Gardens so appealing for a wide range of people, from young professionals to established families.