Briarswood, Harleston by Lovell Homes · Mendham Lane, Harleston, Norfolk IP20 9DN
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Lovell Homes has 32 developments on Homello. Homes in Harleston sold for a median £285,000 over the last year, £291 per sq ft; see house prices in Harleston.
About Briarswood, Harleston
Briarswood is a new build homes development by national developer Lovell Homes, situated on Mendham Lane in the historic market town of Harleston, Norfolk (IP20 9DN/9FP). The development offers a considered selection of 2, 3, and 4 bedroom houses, alongside 2 and 3 bedroom bungalows, designed to cater to first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers alike. The initial release of properties has featured 2-bedroom homes starting from a Guide Price of £240,000, with prices for other available plots ranging up to approximately £350,000.
Lovell Homes, a developer with over 50 years of experience, holds a strong reputation for customer service, having been awarded a 5-star rating in the Home Builders Federation (HBF) 2021 National New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey. The Briarswood collection includes a variety of specific house types. Currently available properties include the two-bedroom semi-detached 'Holly' house type, with prices ranging from £240,000 to £250,000, and three-bedroom semi-detached 'Lime' homes starting from £290,000. Larger homes, such as the three-bedroom 'Oak' and 'Nutmeg' styles, are priced from approximately £330,000 and £335,000, respectively, while four-bedroom 'Cedar' properties are available from £335,000. Additional 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom house types, including the 'Rowan,' 'Aspen,' and 'Spruce' designs, are listed as 'Coming Soon'. All new build homes at Briarswood are designed for modern, energy-efficient living. Standard features include Fibre Broadband connectivity and Air Source Heat Pumps, provided as a greener alternative to traditional gas boiler systems. The new homes have an A-C energy efficiency rating, with specific shared ownership properties having a B- EPC rating. A selection of 1, 2, and 3 bedroom Shared Ownership properties are offered in partnership with Saffron Housing Trust, providing an entry route for buyers who qualify. Harleston is an historic market town located in south Norfolk, providing a balance of rural living with accessible transport connections. The closest mainline rail connection is Diss railway station, located approximately 7.5 to 10 miles from the development. Direct train services from Diss offer a journey time of approximately 15 minutes to Norwich and around 90 minutes to London Liverpool Street. Local bus connectivity is provided by First in Norfolk & Suffolk (Route 36A) and Konectbus (Route 84), with direct, hourly services available from Harleston's Broad Street to Norwich's St Stephens Street, with a journey time of approximately 58 minutes. For drivers, the road distance to Norwich is approximately 19 miles, taking around 26 minutes to drive. The town is well-positioned for access to the A143 and A140 major roads. Local amenities within Harleston town centre, which is within walking distance, include a Co-op Foodstore on Bullock Fair Close/Market Place, a Budgens, and a SPAR on London Road, alongside a range of independent shops, cafes, and pubs. Local schooling options include Mendham Primary School & Nursery and Harleston Sancroft Academy, which offers education from early years through to secondary level. Specific pricing and availability are subject to change, with homes starting from a Guide Price of £240,000. For up-to-date plot availability and to discuss the Helping Hands scheme for selling an existing property, homebuyers should contact the developer for details. The marketing suite and four show homes at Briarswood are open for viewings from Thursday to Monday, between 10am and 5pm.
- Developer
- Lovell Homes
- City
- Norfolk
- Neighbourhood
- Harleston
- Postcode
- IP20 9DN
- Address
- Mendham Lane, Harleston, Norfolk
- Bedrooms
- 2–3
- Tenure
- For sale & shared ownership
New homes from Lovell Homes
Sold prices at Briarswood, Harleston
Since first completions in 2007, 12 homes here have resold, at a median of £442,500 (£250 per sq ft), +14% on their first-sale prices.That is 14% below the Harleston median of £291 per sq ft.
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Nov 2025 | Sale | £290,000 · £257/sq ft |
| 41, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Aug 2025 | Sale | £155,000 · £180/sq ft |
| 70, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Apr 2024 | Resale +13% | £425,000 · £267/sq ft |
| Flat 7, Old Coach House Court, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Dec 2023 | Sale | £107,500 · £227/sq ft |
| 34, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Nov 2023 | Sale | £380,000 · £294/sq ft |
| Flat 1a, Old Coach House Court, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Aug 2023 | Sale | £140,500 · £278/sq ft |
| Flat 3a, Old Coach House Court, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Jan 2023 | Sale | £116,000 · £225/sq ft |
| 70, Mendham Lane IP20 9DN | Sept 2022 | Resale +23% | £460,000 · £289/sq ft |
All sold prices in Harleston →
Sales at the development's postcode and its listings' postcodes, as recorded by HM Land Registry; neighbouring addresses in the same postcode can be included.
Questions about Briarswood, Harleston
›Who is the developer of Briarswood, Harleston?
Briarswood, Harleston is a Lovell Homes development in Harleston, Norfolk. Lovell Homes has 32 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Briarswood, Harleston cost?
Prices at Briarswood, Harleston start from £245,000 for 2–3 bedroom homes.
›Is Briarswood, Harleston still selling?
Briarswood, Harleston is marked "coming soon" (unconfirmed). Use the enquiry button to check current availability with Lovell Homes.
›What have homes at Briarswood, Harleston sold for?
12 homes at Briarswood, Harleston have been resold since first completions in 2007, at a median of £442,500 (£250 per square foot), up 14% on what they first sold for. That is 14% below the Harleston median of £291 per square foot.
›What are house prices like in Harleston?
The median sold price in Harleston was £285,000 over the last 12 months (113 sales, +6.1% on the year before), or £291 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Harleston page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Briarswood, Harleston?
Briarswood, Harleston offers houses, 2–3 bedroom homes. Shared ownership is available on some homes by Lovell Homes.
Location
Mendham Lane, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9DN
Nearest schools
- The Harleston Sancroft Academy (a 3-16 Church of England School) 0.3 milesAll-through · ages 3–16
- Mendham Primary School 1.5 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Good
- Alburgh With Denton Church of England Primary Academy 2.9 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
- Pulham Church of England Primary Academy 3.6 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal.
Area insights
The South Norfolk neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, EPC register, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.
14 live listings at this development