Brightwell Lakes by Taylor Wimpey · Ipswich Road, Martlesham, Suffolk, IP5 4AE
Under construction
Taylor Wimpey has 252 developments on Homello. Homes in Ipswich sold for a median £272,000 over the last year, £294 per sq ft; see house prices in Ipswich.
About Brightwell Lakes
Brightwell Lakes is a substantial new-build community by 5-Star developer Taylor Wimpey, located on Ipswich Road, Martlesham, Suffolk, IP5 4AE. This major masterplan is set to deliver up to 2,000 new homes, with the first phases, including Deben Park and Auster Place, comprising 317 high-quality properties. The development is positioned in a semi-rural setting to the east of Ipswich, offering a balance of countryside living with excellent commuter access.
Property Details Brightwell Lakes offers a diverse range of 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom new build homes, with the current available stock on phases such as Deben Park providing concrete options for various buyers, from first-time homeowners to growing families. The homes are constructed to high, energy-efficient specifications, featuring PV solar panels, EV charging points, and smart heating systems, which provide lower energy costs compared to older properties. Internal features commonly include modern fitted kitchens, open-plan living areas, and French doors leading to private rear gardens. Many properties include two dedicated parking spaces, with a single garage on select 4-bedroom house types. Location Benefits The development is strategically located for both local and regional travel. Vehicular access is excellent, with the adjacent A12 providing direct links to London and the A14 offering routes toward Bury St Edmunds and Cambridge. Ipswich train station is approximately a 20-minute drive away, offering Greater Anglia services to London Liverpool Street multiple times per hour. Alternatively, Woodbridge station is located approximately 2.8 miles away. Regular bus routes, including the First 800 and 66 services, operate nearby, connecting to Ipswich and the Martlesham Park and Ride facility. Local amenities are substantial. The development is situated next to Adastral Park business centre (BT) and close to a range of established services, including supermarkets, shops, pubs, a bakery, pharmacy, and post office in Martlesham village. The picturesque riverside town of Woodbridge, with its independent shops and amenities, is just five miles away. The masterplan includes an extensive provision of on-site amenities, such as a future community centre, a new all-through school, sports pitches, local shops, and vast green open spaces. For education, the new 420-place Primary School is currently planned to open in September 2027. Existing local schools include Martlesham Primary Academy (Ofsted ‘Good’) and Birchwood Primary School (Ofsted ‘Outstanding’). Practical Information Taylor Wimpey has a strong track record, having been awarded a 5-star rating for customer satisfaction by the Home Builders Federation. Construction is ongoing in phases, with the first homes expected to be ready for occupation following initial completions in early 2024. All new build homes come with a 10-year NHBC Warranty. Viewing is by appointment only via the Sales Information Centre on Ipswich Road to discuss specific plot availability and current incentives like Deposit Match. For detailed specifications and plot-specific tenure (freehold/leasehold), contact the developer directly.
- Developer
- Taylor Wimpey
- City
- Suffolk
- Neighbourhood
- Martlesham
- Postcode
- IP5 4AE
- Address
- Ipswich Road, Martlesham, Suffolk, IP5 4AE
- Total homes
- 317
- Tenure
- For sale
Questions about Brightwell Lakes
›Who is the developer of Brightwell Lakes?
Brightwell Lakes is a Taylor Wimpey development in Martlesham, Suffolk. Taylor Wimpey has 252 developments listed on Homello.
›Is Brightwell Lakes still selling?
Brightwell Lakes: under construction. Use the enquiry button to check current availability with Taylor Wimpey.
›What are house prices like in Ipswich?
The median sold price in Ipswich was £272,000 over the last 12 months (2,636 sales, −2.9% on the year before), or £294 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Ipswich page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Brightwell Lakes?
Brightwell Lakes offers houses, 317 homes in total. Homes are sold outright by Taylor Wimpey.
Location
Ipswich Road, Martlesham, Suffolk, IP5 4AE
Nearest stations
- Woodbridge Station 2.8 milesGreater Anglia
- Melton Station 4.0 milesGreater Anglia
- Derby Road Station 4.7 milesGreater Anglia
- Trimley Station 5.4 milesGreater Anglia
Nearest schools
- Birchwood Primary School 1.1 milesPrimary · ages 4–11 Outstanding
- Waldringfield Primary School 1.2 milesPrimary · ages 3–11
- Gorseland Primary School 1.5 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Expected standard
- Martlesham Primary Academy 1.6 milesPrimary · ages 4–11 Good
Nearest supermarkets
- Aldi Supermarket 0.8 miles
- Marks and Spencer Simply Food Supermarket 1.0 miles
- Morrisons Daily Convenience store 1.1 miles
- Tesco Extra Superstore 1.1 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 1 restaurant or cafe, 1 takeaway.
- Airborne Fit 0.4 milesRestaurant or cafe
- The Stables Coffee And Sandwich Shop 0.5 milesTakeaway
- MT TapperS 0.7 milesRestaurant or cafe
- Lounge 25 0.7 milesRestaurant or cafe
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN, with their lines powered by TfL Open Data; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal; supermarkets from Geolytix Retail Points; places to eat from the Food Standards Agency's register of food businesses.
Area insights
The East Suffolk neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.

We have not been able to confirm current prices here recently.
Checked on the Taylor Wimpey website on 28 October 2026.