New homes in Bedfordshire
From the Chiltern Hills to the Dunstable Downs, Bedfordshire is famous for its natural beauty. Tucked away between the easterly ‘shires, this lowland expanse around the River Ouse is the ideal location for anyone taking a step away from city life.
Our artfully designed new homes in Bedfordshire make the most of this beautiful rural county, all while providing direct access to Bedford, Flitwick, and London Luton Airport. Take advantage of family-friendly attractions such as Whipsnade Zoo and the Woburn Safari Park, or spend your days at home with a stunning view over the chalk Chilterns.
Schools & Universities in Bedfordshire
Central Bedfordshire is divided into several catchment areas for different schools. These areas allow parents to apply to their local school with confidence, reducing inter-area competition between admissions. These catchment areas do not apply to certain schools within Bedfordshire, however, notably in the areas of Dunstable and Houghton Regis.
Many Bedfordshire schools stand out for being outstanding and well-regarded, ranging from nurseries to primary and secondary academies. Peter Pan and the Cherry Trees nurseries are two of the most well-regarded childcare options in Bedford, while the Great Denham Primary School and Gravenhurst Academy are highly sought-after by parents of junior children.
Bedford Free School is a top-rated secondary school located on Cauldwell Street in Bedford. The school is known as a non-selective grammar school, preparing students for highly competitive universities such as Oxford and Cambridge.
The Bedford College Group has earned the title of the 5th largest college group in the UK, covering both Bedford College and the former Tresham College. It spans across Bedford, Biggleswade, Kettering, and Corby, opening up quality college education across Bedfordshire and into Northamptonshire. It’s best known for its courses in fashion, animal science, and psychology.
The University of Bedfordshire is ranked among the best in the world for its electrical engineering courses. Campuses span across Luton, Bedford, Aylesbury, Milton Keynes, and Putteridge. Notable courses include mechanical engineering, artificial intelligence and robotics, and football coaching.
Transport in Bedfordshire
The M1 motorway passes through the south of Bedfordshire, providing an access route from Bedford to London in an hour and a half. The county is also served by the A1, the longest road in the UK, which connects Biggleswade to Peterborough and Sheffield. The A6 passes through Bedford, linking the town to Kettering in 40 minutes and Leicester in 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Bedfordshire’s largest train station is located in central Bedford. Situated along the Midland Main Line, its major destinations include London St Pancras, Brighton, Corby, and Three Bridges. It takes 40 minutes to reach London St Pancras from Bedfordshire, putting London within commuting distance of Bedford town. This is ideal for working adults who want to take advantage of transport options around our new builds in Bedfordshire without paying London prices.
The Bedford Bus Station is located a short walk away from the train station, providing access to a network of local towns and villages across Bedfordshire. Buses include the X5 to Milton Keynes, the 905 to Cambridge, and the MK1 to Luton. Bedford also has a park and ride service at Elstow, and several on-demand bus services such as the Go-too minibus.
London Luton Airport is located in the southern foot of Bedfordshire county, hugging the edge of Luton town. This is one of six international airports around London, and primarily specialises in flights to European countries.
Popular things to do in Bedfordshire
Living in Bedfordshire, you’ll enjoy a wealth of family-friendly activities to tap into in your local area. One of the most notable is Whipsnade Zoo, the largest zoo in the UK. The park covers 600 acres of enclosures, providing residence for over 11,000 animals on-site. These exhibits include African lions, giraffes, monkeys, and butterflies.
Additionally, the Woburn Safari Park provides both walking and driving safari exhibits for visitors, with habitats for lions, tigers, monkeys, and various large herbivores. The safari is located down the A421 from Bedford, a few miles east of Woburn Sands.
Wrest Park is located just east of Silsoe, a small village down the A6 from Bedford. Wrest is a 300-year-old parkland and country house spanning 92 acres, with a cafe, a gift shop, and a museum exhibition in the house. The park is accessible, family-friendly, and accepts dogs on leads in its outdoor areas.
Adults can enjoy traditional entertainment such as golfing and fishing across Bedfordshire. Angling is popular in the River Ouse, a waterway passing St Neots and Bedford town. Additionally, some of the most well-regarded golf courses in Bedfordshire include the Dunstable Downs and Aspley Guise.
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll find a satisfactory level of adventure in the Chilterns National Landscape, a range of chalk hills hugging the southern border of Bedfordshire. Notable features of the range include Wendover’s Haddington Hill, Shardeloes Lake, and the Whipsnade lion.
Entertainment isn’t only available in the countryside, however; there are plenty of urban things to do in Bedfordshire as well. A crazy golf venue is available at The Kiosk in Bedford, while Luton’s equivalent is the Wardown Adventure Golf centre. Major leisure centres are available at the Houghton Regis Leisure and Community Centre on the border of Luton, and the Bedford International Athletic Stadium in Bedford town.
If you think a Davidsons property could become your ideal new build home in Bedfordshire, our range of Georgian and Victorian houses are available to view at any of our brand new Bedfordshire developments.