Roman Gate by Bellway Homes · Leicester Road, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire LE13 0XG

Roman Gate is a new build homes development by Bellway Homes (East Midlands), located off Leicester Road in the market town of Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire (LE13 0XG). The development forms part of a wider scheme, with Bellway delivering a total of 217 properties, including 183 new build homes for private sale, alongside 34 affordable homes. Construction began in 2021 and has passed the halfway stage, with an anticipated completion date in 2026.

Current available new homes include a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom properties, comprising semi-detached and detached house types. Prices for the available properties start from approximately £234,950 for a two-bedroom home, with three-bedroom detached house types available from £294,950, and four-bedroom detached homes from £449,950. All properties at Roman Gate benefit from a high specification, with selected integrated appliances and a 10-year new build warranty included. Specific house types, such as the three-bedroom detached ‘The Thespian,’ feature a dedicated separate living room, an open-plan kitchen and dining area, a family bathroom, and an en suite to the principal bedroom. Each plot includes a private garden and either off-street parking or a garage. The development plan incorporates significant green infrastructure, including large areas of public open space, attenuation ponds, a wetland area, a green corridor with a footpath, and a children’s play area at the southern boundary. Roman Gate offers practical accessibility both to local amenities and regional cities. The development is situated on the western edge of Melton Mowbray, positioning it within walking distance of the town centre, which is renowned as Britain's third oldest market town and the ‘Rural Capital of Food.’ Local amenities within the town centre include specialist food producers like the Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe and The Melton Cheeseboard, as well as hospitality venues such as The Anne of Cleves pub and the award-winning SOI Indian Restaurant. Leisure facilities nearby include the Melton Theatre, located approximately one mile away, and the Melton Mowbray Golf Club, four miles distant. Transport connectivity is strong for road users, with the A607 running adjacent to the site. The development is a 15-minute drive from the A46. Leicester city centre is reachable in a 30-minute drive, and the location is also convenient for access to Nottingham. The nearby Melton Mowbray train station provides rail links to the wider East Midlands network. Bus services are provided by operators like Arriva Midlands, offering routes, including a service to Leicester that takes approximately 51 minutes and runs every 30 minutes. For families, Long Field Academy and Saint Francis Catholic Primary School are located within 0.2 and 0.3 miles respectively. Bellway Homes, the developer, holds a 5-star builder status from the Home Builders Federation for the ninth consecutive year, with 9 out of 10 customers stating they would recommend the company. Interested buyers can currently view a showhome on site, and while drop-in appointments are available, pre-booking is recommended to ensure dedicated time with a sales advisor. The developer has various schemes and incentives available, including offers on selected plots allowing for savings of up to £15,000. For current availability on house types (e.g., ‘The Cooper’ or ‘The Thespian’) and up-to-date pricing, prospective purchasers should contact the Roman Gate sales team directly.