The Lapwings at Burleyfields by David Wilson Homes · Martin Drive, Burleyfields, Stafford, Staffordshire ST16 1GN
David Wilson Homes has 140 developments on Homello. Homes in Stafford sold for a median £260,000 over the last year, £273 per sq ft; see house prices in Stafford.
About The Lapwings at Burleyfields
Development Overview The Lapwings at Burleyfields is a new build property development by David Wilson Homes, a national housebuilder consistently rated five stars in the Home Builders Federation's Customer Satisfaction Survey since 2010. Located at Martin Drive, Burleyfields, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 1GN, the development offers a mix of high-specification, energy-efficient homes approximately one mile from Stafford town centre. This location is part of the emerging Burleyfields neighbourhood, featuring dedicated green open space and a new local centre.
These new build homes feature modern, energy-efficient specifications, which can include solar panels, EV car chargers, and are designed to meet modern building regulations for energy performance. Specific three-storey designs are available on some plots, such as the three-bedroom semi-detached style, offering an open-plan layout, French doors to the garden, a dedicated garage, and two parking spaces. Buyers benefit from a range of flexible living spaces with high-quality internal finishes and thoughtful design. Location Benefits The development is well-positioned for both local convenience and regional commuting. Stafford Train Station is located approximately one mile away, providing direct rail services to major cities. Commute times include Stoke-on-Trent (15 minutes), Lichfield (17 minutes), and Birmingham (31 minutes), as well as direct routes to London and Manchester. The site offers quick access to the A34 and the M6 motorway. Essential amenities are highly accessible. Stafford town centre, with its market, independent shops, and Gatehouse Theatre, is a six-minute drive. Local retail options include the Guildhall Shopping Centre (0.7 miles), Queens & Greyfriars retail parks (10-minute drive), and a choice of major supermarkets, including Sainsbury's (0.6 miles) and Tesco. Healthcare services are nearby, with Castlefields GP situated 0.7 miles away and St George's Hospital 2 miles away. For families, a new 420-place Burleyfields Primary and Nursery School is planned to open opposite the development, with an estimated opening date of September 2025. Existing nearby schools include King Edward VI High School (0.8 miles). The development backs onto open countryside, offering easy access to green spaces, including Victoria Park and Doxey Marshes nature reserve. David Wilson Homes is currently offering incentives on selected plots, which may include a 5% deposit contribution, Part Exchange, or Stamp Duty paid. Select homes are available for a 'move in for Christmas' completion. Prospective buyers are advised to contact the developer for specific plot availability, confirmed council tax banding, tenure details, and to arrange a viewing of the available Show Homes.
- Developer
- David Wilson Homes
- City
- Staffordshire
- Neighbourhood
- Stafford
- Postcode
- ST16 1GN
- Address
- Martin Drive, Burleyfields, Stafford, Staffordshire
- Total homes
- 122
- Tenure
- For sale & shared ownership
Sold prices at The Lapwings at Burleyfields
Since first completions in 2021, 6 homes here have resold, at a median of £223,250 (£275 per sq ft), +14% on their first-sale prices.That is 1% above the Stafford median of £273 per sq ft.
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Jun 2026 | Resale +24% | £225,000 · £303/sq ft |
| 57, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Jun 2026 | Resale +15% | £340,000 · £275/sq ft |
| 51, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Feb 2026 | Resale +16% | £221,500 · £298/sq ft |
| 25, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Oct 2025 | New build | £205,200 · £298/sq ft |
| 23, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Oct 2025 | New build | £215,000 · £312/sq ft |
| 151, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Sept 2025 | New build | £235,125 · £291/sq ft |
| 153, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Jun 2025 | New build | £265,000 · £328/sq ft |
| 119, Martin Drive ST16 1GN | Jun 2025 | New build | £307,000 · £269/sq ft |
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 The Lapwings at Burleyfields
›Who is the developer of The Lapwings at Burleyfields?
The Lapwings at Burleyfields is a David Wilson Homes development in Stafford, Staffordshire. David Wilson Homes has 140 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at The Lapwings at Burleyfields cost?
The developer has not published current prices. Homes here first sold at a median of £270,168 according to HM Land Registry.
›What have homes at The Lapwings at Burleyfields sold for?
6 homes at The Lapwings at Burleyfields have been resold since first completions in 2021, at a median of £223,250 (£275 per square foot), up 14% on what they first sold for. That is 1% above the Stafford median of £273 per square foot.
›What are house prices like in Stafford?
The median sold price in Stafford was £260,000 over the last 12 months (1,518 sales, +0.0% on the year before), or £273 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Stafford page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at The Lapwings at Burleyfields?
The Lapwings at Burleyfields offers houses, 122 homes in total. Shared ownership is available on some homes by David Wilson Homes.
Location
Martin Drive, Burleyfields, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 1GN
Nearest stations
- Stafford Station 0.8 milesAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands
- Norton Bridge Station 4.7 miles
- Penkridge Station 5.8 milesWest Midlands
Nearest schools
- Burleyfields Primary School 0.1 milesPrimary · ages 2–11
- Doxey Academy 0.4 milesPrimary · ages 2–11
- King Edward VI High School 0.8 milesSecondary · ages 11–18
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School 0.9 milesSecondary · ages 11–18 Good
Nearest supermarkets
- Spar Convenience store 0.9 miles
- Morrisons Daily Convenience store 0.9 miles
- Sainsburys Superstore 0.9 miles
- Lidl Supermarket 0.9 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 1 takeaway.
- Doxey Fish Bar 0.4 milesTakeaway
- Deans Park Court 0.6 milesRestaurant or cafe
- Hickory's Smokehouse 0.7 milesPub or bar
- Simply Bilash 0.7 milesPub or bar
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 Stafford 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.

We have not been able to confirm current prices here recently.