New build homes for sale in Ely
Ely is a cathedral city that combines a remarkable medieval heritage with a close-knit community and excellent connections to the wider region. Overlooked by the magnificent Ely Cathedral, the Cambridgeshire city offers a uniquely charming place to live. With Cambridge just 15 miles to the south, Ely is an ideal choice for those seeking the character and calm of a small city without straying far from major urban areas.
Whether you're a professional looking for a well-connected, peaceful place to call home, or a family drawn by community spirit and outstanding natural surroundings, our new build homes in Ely are designed to suit diverse lifestyles.
Discover life in Ely
The city's vibrant market on Market Place is a much-loved local institution, complemented by a mix of independent shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants that line the historic streets of the city centre.
Ely Cathedral and the Ely Museum offer a window into history, while Oliver Cromwell's House is a standout attraction for visitors and residents. The surrounding Fenland landscape provides extensive opportunities for walking, cycling and wildlife watching, with the Wicken Fen Nature Reserve just a short distance from the city.
Why choose a Redrow home in Ely?
As an award-winning housebuilder, we design homes for a better way to live and prioritise premium modern living. Our developments feature:
- Ultrafast broadband connectivity
- Boutique bedrooms
- Balanced & spacious layouts
- Pedestrian & cycle friendly neighbourhoods
- Access to green spaces
- Thoughtfully designed, well-landscaped communities
Education and schools in Ely
Ely has a well-regarded selection of primary schools serving the city and its surrounding villages, as well as Ely College, which offers a broad curriculum through to sixth form. The city is also home to King's Ely, a historic independent school which offers education from nursery to A Level.
For further and higher education, Cambridge Regional College, the University of Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin University are all easily reachable.
Transport links in Ely
Ely station offers direct services to London King's Cross in approximately 75 minutes, as well as frequent trains to Cambridge, Peterborough, Norwich and Ipswich, making it one of the most versatile rail connections in the East of England. Regular bus services also link the city with surrounding towns and villages.
By road, the A10 provides a direct route south into Cambridge and north towards King's Lynn, while the A142 connects Ely eastward to Newmarket and Bury St Edmunds. Stansted Airport is approximately 55 minutes away by road or a short direct train journey for domestic and international travel.
Start your new build journey in Ely
Our Sales Experts are on hand to help you find your new-build home in Ely. Visit a Show Home or contact our team for more information about our developments.
We also offer various schemes to help you buy a Redrow home, such as Part Exchange and Deposit Boost. If you're considering selling a property to move, you might wish to explore our Help to Sell service.
- £490,000 to £710,000
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Discover a better way to live at Tudor Meadow, where every home is a new generation Eco Electric home. Designed for modern living, these future-ready homes feature air source heat pumps, enhanced insulation and luxurious underfloor heating to the ground floor, helping you stay comfortable while enjoying lower energy bills. Set in the charming village of Sawston, just a short distance from Cambridge, Tudor Meadow combines beautiful countryside surroundings with excellent convenience. Part of Redrow's exclusive Heritage Collection, these elegant Arts & Crafts-inspired homes offer timeless character alongside contemporary comfort. Everything you need is close at hand. Sawston High Street offers a Co-op supermarket, Boots pharmacy and post office, while key employment hubs including Babraham Research Campus, Granta Park and Addenbrooke's Hospital are all within easy reach. The village also boasts a vibrant selection of pubs and restaurants, from local bistros to popular Indian and Chinese dining options. For leisure, Sawston Sports Centre offers a gym, swimming pool, racket sports and fitness classes, while golfers can enjoy nearby Gog Magog Golf Club. With excellent transport connections, well-regarded schools and beautiful countryside on your doorstep, Tudor Meadow offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Cambridgeshire's most sought-after locations.
- £550,000 to £900,000
- 3, 4 and 5 bedroom
- Set amongst the wide open spaces of the Cambridgeshire countryside, yet within easy reach of Cambridge, the M11 and direct trains to London, All Saints Gardens in Barrington is a delightful place for you and your family to set up home. There’s something for everyone here, from 3 & 4 bedroom homes to luxurious five-bedroom executive residences, all built with the craftsmanship and charm of the award-winning Heritage Collection. With our new generation Eco Electric homes, you can enjoy superb future-ready features, including air source heat pumps, even thicker insulation - and the wonderful warmth of underfloor heating on the ground floor. Your better way to live just got better.
- £323,000 to £550,000
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- The new homes in Huntingdon at our Alconbury Weald II development are rather special. This major development of new homes, to the north of Huntingdon, has been carefully designed from scratch to provide you and your family with everything you could possibly need – within easy reach. With our new generation Eco Electric homes, you can enjoy superb future-ready features, including air source heat pumps, even thicker insulation - and the wonderful warmth of underfloor heating on the ground floor. Your better way to live just got better. It’s a truly inspiring place that offers a unique lifestyle – somewhere to work, rest and play in. The homes here are from our award-winning Heritage Collection, designed to offer the style of the past and the convenience of the contemporary. For commuting, transport links include direct access to the A14 and A1 as well as Huntingdon train station. Even better, there are plans for a new station in Alconbury Weald – with direct connections to Peterborough and London King’s Cross. If you’ve got children, whatever their age, getting them to and from school will be simple. Especially as three new primary schools and a secondary school are to be built as part of the development. Plus, there’s no shortage of areas for you and your little-ones to play in either, with over 600 acres of open spaces, woodlands and parks. Close to our new homes in Huntingdon at Alconbury Weald II, you’ll also discover sports pitches, a health centre and cafes, and there are plenty of pubs, restaurants and shops in Huntingdon and the surrounding villages too.
