Seton Rise by Taylor Wimpey · Dougal's Drive, Off Shale Road, Winchburgh, West Lothian, EH52 6YX

Seton Rise is a new build residential development by Taylor Wimpey, located off Shale Road in the village of Winchburgh, West Lothian, EH52 6YX. The site forms an integral part of the major Winchburgh masterplan, which is projected to deliver at least 3,800 new homes, new schools, and significant infrastructure improvements. Seton Rise specifically comprises 190 high-quality homes, with a mix of 171 private and 19 affordable properties.

The development offers a mix of two, three, four, and five-bedroom homes from the builder’s Scottish and exclusive Caledonian Ranges. The development is designed to integrate with the village's heritage while providing modern living standards. The development features a broad range of property types, currently including semi-detached, terraced, and detached houses. Available homes at the time of writing range in price from approximately £284,000 to £599,995. Specific examples of homes released include: The Boswell (3-bedroom semi-detached): Starting from £284,000, offering approximately 859 sq ft of space with a bathroom and en-suite. The Dunlop (4-bedroom mid-terrace): Priced from £319,995, providing approximately 1,242 sq ft and featuring a designated dressing area. The Cameron (5-bedroom detached): Priced at £599,995, a premium property with a garden room, separate dining room, double integral garage, and en-suites to both the first and second bedrooms. All new build homes at Seton Rise are constructed with a focus on sustainability and feature PV solar panels, energy-efficient lighting, and integrated EV charging points. Seton Rise benefits from its location in a strategically growing area, situated approximately 14 miles west of Edinburgh city centre. Direct road links are facilitated by a newly added M9 motorway junction, offering a driving time of approximately 25 minutes into Edinburgh (depending on traffic). Public Transport Links: Rail: Uphall Station (approximately 1.8 miles away) provides fast, direct train services to Edinburgh Waverley with a journey time of 17 to 20 minutes. Livingston North Station (approximately 3.6 miles away) offers a direct service to Edinburgh in approximately 20-23 minutes. Bus: New bus stops near the development connect residents to direct services (e.g., Lothian Country Buses X19, Midland Bluebird X38) to Edinburgh, Linlithgow, and Broxburn, with an estimated travel time of 43-47 minutes to Princes Street. Local Amenities: The immediate village of Winchburgh offers essential services including two small supermarkets, an award-winning butcher, a pharmacy, and multiple takeaways. Local social spots include the Wee Winchburgh Café and the Tally Ho pub. The area’s masterplan has already delivered the 85-acre Auldcathie District Park, featuring a 100m play park and dog park, and provides access to the scenic Union Canal towpath for walking and cycling to Linlithgow or Edinburgh. Education: The development is conveniently located just 0.3 miles from the new Hawkhill Primary School. Winchburgh also provides a choice of new state-of-the-art schools, including Winchburgh Academy and Sinclair Academy (secondary schools). Taylor Wimpey, as a major UK volume housebuilder, currently holds a 5-Star rating from the Home Builders Federation (HBF), indicating that over 90% of their customers would recommend them to a friend. However, prospective buyers should note that Taylor Wimpey reviews across the wider market are generally mixed, with some highlighting inconsistencies in build quality and aftercare; individual site experiences may vary. For current availability, specific plot releases, and viewing arrangements, interested parties should contact the Taylor Wimpey sales executive directly, as special incentives (such as deposit contributions or flooring vouchers) are frequently offered on selected plots.