New Gimson Place by Bellway Homes · Riverview, Witham, Essex CM8 1FX
Completed
Bellway Homes has 241 developments on Homello. Homes in Witham sold for a median £325,000 over the last year, £367 per sq ft; see house prices in Witham.
About New Gimson Place
New Gimson Place is a new build homes development by Bellway Homes, located in Riverview, Witham, Essex (CM8 1FX). The scheme comprises a total of 78 properties, featuring a mix of 55 new homes for private sale alongside 23 affordable homes available through shared ownership or low-cost rent. The private residential properties consist of a collection of two, three, and four-bedroom houses, offered in various detached and semi-detached styles.
Bellway Homes holds a 5-star builder status from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), an accolade reflecting a commitment to quality and service that has been maintained for nine consecutive years, and was named 'Large housebuilder of the year' at The Housebuilder Awards 2023. Each new home at New Gimson Place includes gardens and either private parking or a garage. The properties are designed with modern, energy-efficient layouts. A sample three-bedroom house type features a generously sized kitchen and dining area measuring 5.46m x 3.05m, alongside a separate living room of 5.36m (including bay) x 3.22m. The master bedroom often includes an en-suite, with typical dimensions of 3.40m x 3.02m. The mix of two, three, and four-bedroom houses targets a diverse audience, including first-time buyers, growing families, and professionals who commute. The development is positioned for practical day-to-day living and commuting. Witham train station is approximately a 20-minute walk from the development, offering direct Greater Anglia services to London Liverpool Street with a journey time of around 45 minutes. The site provides excellent road connections, with the A12 major road easily accessible. Local amenities are highly accessible, with Witham town centre situated just a five-minute walk away, providing an array of shops, cafés, and restaurants. For leisure, the development is adjacent to Witham Town Park, which provides green space for outdoor activities and a children's playground. The Whetmead Nature Reserve is also within a short walking distance. Sporting facilities include Witham Leisure Centre, featuring two swimming pools, a gym, and sports courts, while golf enthusiasts have four clubs, including Benton Hall and Rivenhall Oaks, within a 10-minute drive. Retail and entertainment outside the town centre can be accessed at Braintree Village outlet centre, which is around 15 minutes away by car and includes a cinema. Highly-regarded local schools serve the area, including Witham Oaks Academy (CM8 1NA) and Southview School (CM8 2TA). The development is nearing completion, with the initial properties released for sale in late 2022. While some units may be ready to occupy, the current availability of specific plots may fluctuate. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to contact the Bellway Homes sales team directly for the most current information on available house types, up-to-date pricing, and to arrange a viewing of the 'Silversmith' showhome. A range of new build purchasing schemes are typically available, including Bellway’s Express Mover, Part Exchange, and schemes such as Deposit Unlock (subject to terms and lender confirmation).
- Developer
- Bellway Homes
- City
- Essex
- Neighbourhood
- Witham
- Postcode
- CM8 1FX
- Address
- Riverview, Witham, Essex
- Bedrooms
- 2–4
- Total homes
- 78
- Tenure
- For sale & shared ownership
Questions about New Gimson Place
›Who is the developer of New Gimson Place?
New Gimson Place is a Bellway Homes development in Witham, Essex. Bellway Homes has 241 developments listed on Homello.
›Can I still buy a home at New Gimson Place?
New Gimson Place is sold out, and Bellway Homes is no longer marketing homes there.
›What are house prices like in Witham?
The median sold price in Witham was £325,000 over the last 12 months (543 sales, −5.8% on the year before), or £367 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Witham page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at New Gimson Place?
New Gimson Place offers houses, 2–4 bedroom homes, 78 homes in total. Shared ownership is available on some homes by Bellway Homes.
Location
Riverview, Witham, Essex, CM8 1FX
Nearest stations
- Witham Station 0.8 milesGreater Anglia
- Hatfield Peverel Station 2.4 milesGreater Anglia
- White Notley Station 3.6 milesGreater Anglia
- Kelvedon Station 4.1 milesGreater Anglia
Nearest schools
- Howbridge Infant School 0.4 milesPrimary · ages 5–7
- Howbridge Church of England Junior School 0.4 milesPrimary · ages 7–11
- Lift Maltings 0.4 milesSecondary · ages 11–16 Needs attention
- Holy Family Catholic Primary School 0.5 milesPrimary · ages 5–11
Nearest supermarkets
- Morrisons Daily Convenience store 0.2 miles
- Tesco Large supermarket 0.3 miles
- Morrisons Daily Convenience store 0.3 miles
- Iceland Supermarket 0.4 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 26 restaurants and cafes, 8 pubs and bars, 13 takeaways.
- Witham Hockey Club 0.1 milesPub or bar
- Thai Cottage 0.3 milesRestaurant or cafe
- The Witham House 0.3 milesTakeaway
- UK Fish Bar 0.3 milesTakeaway
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 Braintree 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.

Resales appear under "On the market now" when listed; sold prices below.
Details last confirmed on 4 September 2026.