Poppyfields at Stanton Cross by Linden Homes · Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire NN8 1LH
Linden Homes has 63 developments on Homello. Homes in Wellingborough sold for a median £255,000 over the last year, £281 per sq ft; see house prices in Wellingborough.
About Poppyfields at Stanton Cross
Poppyfields at Stanton Cross is a new build homes development by Linden Homes, a division of Vistry Group, located on Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1LH. The development is situated within the wider Stanton Cross masterplan, a flagship mixed-use extension to Wellingborough designed to introduce 3,750 residential units, commercial space, and enhanced community infrastructure. Development Overview The development offers a selection of 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom new build houses.
Current property prices range from £284,995 to £499,995. Specific examples of available house types include the 2 bedroom semi-detached 'The Cartwright', currently priced at £284,995, and the 4 bedroom terraced 'The Aldridge' starting at £324,995. Larger executive homes, such as the 4 bedroom double-fronted 'The Cottingham', are listed at £499,995 and may include a garage and driveway. Linden Homes provides a 10 Year warranty on all new properties. However, prospective buyers should note that customer feedback for Linden Homes on other developments includes reports of mixed build quality, with specific concerns raised by some residents regarding soundproofing and minor internal fittings. Location Benefits and Amenities Poppyfields is positioned for commuter access. Wellingborough train station is located less than a mile from the development, providing regular East Midlands Railway services. Commuters can reach London St Pancras in under an hour, with direct rail links also available to Bedford, Luton Airport Parkway, Nottingham, and Leeds. The station is part of the Stanton Cross plan for an enhanced transport hub. Bus route 48 serves the area via a stop on Irthlinborough Road, approximately a one-minute walk away. Major road links, including the A14, M1, and M11, are conveniently accessible, with journey times to both Birmingham and Luton Airports estimated at around one hour. Immediate local infrastructure includes the new Stanton Cross Primary School, which is situated approximately 322 metres from the site. The wider masterplan promises a total of two primary schools and one secondary school, along with a neighbourhood centre containing a small supermarket, health facilities, a community hall, shops, cafes, and restaurants. Practical Information Existing residents within the Stanton Cross development have voiced frustrations regarding delays in the delivery of key retail and community amenities promised as part of the masterplan, advising that some facilities, including the retail units, may be years away from completion. For established retail and leisure, the Rushden Lakes waterside shopping centre is close by (off the A45), featuring high-street brands, eateries, and a 14-screen Cineworld cinema, in addition to nearby supermarkets such as Tesco, Morrisons, and Lidl. The development incorporates open space, with the 9-acre Grange Park currently open, and a future 44-acre Town Park and 71-acre Country Park planned to provide 143 acres of green space. Viewing arrangements and specific plot completion dates can be confirmed by contacting the Linden Homes sales team, which typically operates between 10:00 and 17:00, Wednesday to Monday.
- Developer
- Linden Homes
- City
- Northamptonshire
- Neighbourhood
- Wellingborough
- Postcode
- NN8 1LH
- Address
- Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
- Total homes
- 3,650
- Tenure
- For sale
New homes from Linden Homes
Sold prices at Poppyfields at Stanton Cross
First sales only so far: 6 homes registered at a median £383,746 since 2024 (new-build sales register 6–12 months after completion).
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18, Riding Way NN8 1LH | Jul 2025 | New build | £103,250 · £120/sq ft |
| 22, Riding Way NN8 1LH | Mar 2025 | New build | £117,250 · £90/sq ft |
| 7, Riding Way NN8 1LH | Jan 2025 | New build | £427,496 · £296/sq ft |
| 6, Riding Way NN8 1LH | Sept 2024 | New build | £427,496 · £296/sq ft |
| 5, Riding Way NN8 1LH | Sept 2024 | New build | £339,995 · £332/sq ft |
| 9, Riding Way NN8 1LH | Sept 2024 | New build | £452,995 · £298/sq ft |
All sold prices in Wellingborough →
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 Poppyfields at Stanton Cross
›Who is the developer of Poppyfields at Stanton Cross?
Poppyfields at Stanton Cross is a Linden Homes development in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. Linden Homes has 63 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Poppyfields at Stanton Cross cost?
Prices at Poppyfields at Stanton Cross start from £300,000.
›Is Poppyfields at Stanton Cross still selling?
Poppyfields at Stanton Cross is marked "now selling". Use the enquiry button to check current availability with Linden Homes.
›What have homes at Poppyfields at Stanton Cross sold for?
HM Land Registry has registered 6 first sales at Poppyfields at Stanton Cross at a median of £383,746 since 2024. New-build sales appear in the register six to twelve months after completion, so this count grows over time. That is 5% above the Wellingborough median of £281 per square foot.
›What are house prices like in Wellingborough?
The median sold price in Wellingborough was £255,000 over the last 12 months (1,342 sales, −5.8% on the year before), or £281 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Wellingborough page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Poppyfields at Stanton Cross?
Poppyfields at Stanton Cross offers houses, 3,650 homes in total. Homes are sold outright by Linden Homes.
Location
Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 1LH
Nearest stations
- Wellingborough Station 0.8 miles
- Kettering Station 6.7 miles
Nearest schools
- Stanton Cross Primary School 0.1 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
- Victoria Primary Academy 1.1 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
- Rowan Gate Primary School - Four Sites 1.1 milesSpecial · ages 4–11
- Highfield Nursery School 1.1 milesNursery · ages 2–5
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 North Northamptonshire 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.
13 live listings at this development