Saxon Meadows by Redrow Homes · Angell Drive, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 9GJ

Saxon Meadows is a residential new build development by national housebuilder Redrow Homes, located off Angell Drive in the historic market town of Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 9GJ. Redrow is a respected developer, holding the top Five-Star Customer Satisfaction Rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for seven consecutive years, with over 95% of customers stating they would recommend the builder. The development blends traditional, 1930s architectural charm with contemporary interior design, characteristic of Redrow's Heritage Collection.

The site comprises a mix of private sale and Section 106 (S106) affordable housing units, situated on the edge of open countryside while maintaining close proximity to local amenities. The majority of the private-sale stock has been purchased, and prospective buyers are advised to contact the developer for the current status of any final releases. The private phase of the development featured house types ranging primarily from three to four bedrooms. Examples include the spacious four-bedroom Shaftesbury, characterised by an expansive open-plan kitchen/dining/living area and a separate formal lounge, previously priced from £464,950. The Oxford Lifestyle house type, a three-bedroom variant offering the space of a four-bedroom home with all three bedrooms featuring an ensuite and the master bedroom boasting a walk-through wardrobe, was previously available from £394,950. The four-bedroom Cambridge house type was also offered, featuring an open-plan kitchen/family area and a separate front-facing lounge. The S106 contribution to the development includes 17 new homes managed by a housing association, with a mix designated for Shared Ownership and Affordable Rent. This includes: Nine Shared Ownership Houses (5x 2-bedroom and 4x 3-bedroom) and Eight Affordable Rent Houses (4x 1-bedroom, 3x 2-bedroom, and 1x 3-bedroom). Saxon Meadows is strategically located for commuters, with Market Harborough railway station offering direct rail services on the Midland Mainline. Express trains facilitate journey times to Leicester in as little as 12-13 minutes and to London St Pancras International in under an hour (less than 60 minutes), providing a highly practical option for city-based professionals. The town centre, known for its selection of independent shops and restaurants, is easily accessible. Local educational facilities nearby include the Market Harborough C of E Academy, St. Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy, and the village-based Great Bowden Academy. Local leisure amenities capitalise on the area’s natural features, with the Grand Union Canal providing tranquil towpath walking routes and the historic Foxton Locks nearby. Welland Park offers a significant area of green space for residents. The private sale phase of Saxon Meadows is confirmed to be in its final stages, with limited or no remaining open-market properties; contact Redrow for final availability and prices. For the S106 affordable homes, prospective buyers should direct all enquiries for the Shared Ownership homes to Riverside Home Ownership. Applications for the Affordable Rent units are handled via nomination through Harborough District Council. Specific current prices, available plots, and handover dates for the S106 homes are to be confirmed by the relevant housing association and the council.