Saxon Grange by Persimmon Homes · Higher Blandford Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset SP7 8DA
Persimmon Homes has 229 developments on Homello. Homes in Shaftesbury sold for a median £307,000 over the last year, £317 per sq ft; see house prices in Shaftesbury.
About Saxon Grange
Saxon Grange is a new build homes development by Persimmon Homes, located on Higher Blandford Road in the historic market town of Shaftesbury, Dorset (SP7 8DA). The site offers a collection of modern, energy-efficient new build houses situated less than one mile from the town's historic centre and Gold Hill, famous for its picturesque setting and views. The development is designed to integrate into the existing community, providing new open green spaces and road network improvements.
The development aims to serve a range of buyers, from first-time homeowners to families seeking more space in a desirable Dorset location. Properties at Saxon Grange include a mix of detached, semi-detached, end-terrace houses, and coach houses. g.The properties are constructed to current new build standards, offering lower energy costs compared to older housing stock. The Deepdale is noted as a view home available for inspection. Buyers should contact the developer for specific house type availability, floor plans, and plot-specific features. Persimmon Homes is offering a variety of purchase assistance schemes on selected plots, including Part Exchange, Home Change, and a New Build Boost, in addition to dedicated discounts for Key Workers and the Armed Forces. The development benefits from specific local amenities and transport links. For families, the location provides close proximity to local education, with Shaftesbury School (Secondary, Ofsted: Good) situated approximately 590 yards away and Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School (Ofsted: Good) located 0.8 miles from the site. Daily shopping is catered for by a Tesco superstore, located less than a mile from the site, complemented by a selection of independent shops, a weekly market, cafes, and restaurants within Shaftesbury town centre. Local health services include The Blackmore Vale Partnership GP (790 yards) and Westminster Memorial Hospital (0.9 miles). Road transport places the development between the larger towns of Salisbury and Yeovil, both reachable by car in approximately 45 minutes. The nearest railway link is Gillingham train station, which is located 4 miles away, connected by a local bus network. Gillingham offers direct train services to major destinations, including London Waterloo (journey time approximately 2 hours), Salisbury, and Exeter. For leisure, the Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is moments away, providing extensive walking and cycle routes. The developer, Persimmon Homes, is a volume housebuilder; prospective buyers are advised to conduct independent due diligence regarding build quality and post-completion customer service, which has historically been a mixed experience in the UK new build market. Specific plot completion dates and current sales status for individual homes are subject to change, and direct consultation with the Saxon Grange sales team is required for viewing appointments and up-to-date pricing. The developer has confirmed contributions towards local education, transport, and primary care services as part of the development plan.
- Developer
- Persimmon Homes
- City
- Dorset
- Neighbourhood
- Shaftesbury
- Postcode
- SP7 8DA
- Address
- Higher Blandford Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset
- Tenure
- For sale
New homes from Persimmon Homes
As listed by Persimmon Homes on 27 September 2026.
Questions about Saxon Grange
›Who is the developer of Saxon Grange?
Saxon Grange is a Persimmon Homes development in Shaftesbury, Dorset. Persimmon Homes has 229 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Saxon Grange cost?
Prices at Saxon Grange start from £235,000.
›Is Saxon Grange still selling?
Saxon Grange is marked "now selling". Use the enquiry button to check current availability with Persimmon Homes.
›What are house prices like in Shaftesbury?
The median sold price in Shaftesbury was £307,000 over the last 12 months (229 sales, −2.5% on the year before), or £317 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Shaftesbury page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
Location
Higher Blandford Road, Shaftesbury, Dorset, SP7 8DA
Nearest stations
- Gillingham Station 4.6 milesSouth Western
- Tisbury Station 6.1 milesSouth Western
Nearest schools
- Shaftesbury School 0.3 milesSecondary · ages 11–18
- Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School 0.8 milesPrimary · ages 4–11 Needs attention
- Coombe House School 0.8 milesSpecial · ages 5–19
- The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, Shaftesbury 0.9 milesPrimary · ages 4–11 Good
Nearest supermarkets
- Spar Convenience store 0.4 miles
- The Co-operative Food Convenience store 0.6 miles
- Lidl Supermarket 0.7 miles
- Tesco Large supermarket 0.7 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 1 pub or bar, 1 takeaway.
- The Half Moon 0.2 milesPub or bar
- Louise Cowling Hospitality 0.2 milesTakeaway
- Oriental Express 0.5 milesTakeaway
- Chutney's Restaurant 0.6 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 Dorset 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.

13 live listings at this development
Checked on the Persimmon Homes website on 28 October 2026.