Willow Grove by David Wilson Homes · Southern Cross, Wixams, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6AW
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David Wilson Homes has 140 developments on Homello. Homes in Wixams sold for a median £370,000 over the last year, £329 per sq ft; see house prices in Wixams.
About Willow Grove
Willow Grove is a new build homes development by David Wilson Homes, situated in the established community of Wixams, Bedfordshire, post code MK42 6AW. The development offers a current selection of new build homes comprising three and four-bedroom houses, with prices starting from £415,000 up to approximately £535,995 for the larger properties. The development, which has won a 'Great Places' Award, is part of a larger, master-planned village set across 35+ acres of green open space and wildflower meadows, and is an established site now selling on phase R8/R9.
David Wilson Homes maintains a high reputation, having been awarded a 5-Star Homebuilder rating by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for 14 consecutive years, with over 90% of its buyers reporting they would recommend the builder to a friend. Property Details The current selection of new build homes includes 3 and 4 bedroom designs, encompassing both semi-detached and detached house types. Available properties include the three-bedroom 'Kennett', priced from £415,000, and the three-bedroom 'Greenwood', starting at £431,000. Larger family homes, such as the four-bedroom detached 'Bayswater' and 'Kirkdale', are available from approximately £497,835 and £535,995 respectively. A typical four-bedroom detached property, such as the 'Holden' show home, is designed with a dedicated study, a utility room, a bay-fronted lounge, and an open-plan dining kitchen that features a glazed bay and French doors leading to the garden. All properties benefit from a 10-year NHBC warranty and the contemporary focus on energy-efficient design, which can result in running cost savings compared to older housing stock. Shared Ownership options for 2 and 3 bedroom houses are also available at Willow Grove through a separate scheme. Location and Transport Willow Grove benefits from strategic road links and developing rail infrastructure. The site is located close to the A6 and offers swift access to the A421 and Junction 13 of the M1, facilitating commuting to major centres like Milton Keynes and Luton. Luton Airport is approximately a 35-minute drive. For rail commuters, fast services from Bedford railway station reach London St Pancras in approximately 40 minutes. Looking to the future, the planned and funded Wixams train station, set to open by mid-2026, will be located within 2KM of the development, providing direct rail links to London St Pancras, Luton Airport, and Gatwick Airport, further enhancing local connectivity. The nearest existing stations are Kempston Hardwick (1.8 miles) and Stewartby (2.8 miles). Amenities and Services The Wixams area is developed as a self-contained community with established local amenities. Schools within the development are a key benefit for families, with Wixams Tree Primary School and Wixams Academy secondary school located approximately 0.2 miles from the development, alongside an established on-site nursery. For retail needs, the Interchange Retail Park is a 10-minute drive by car and provides a range of high street retailers, cafes, and eateries. Furthermore, the development features extensive green open spaces, including a central lake, and the wider Wixams community includes local shops and community spaces. Practical Information The development is an active sales site offering new build homes across a range of prices from £415,000 to £535,995 for market properties. Viewing is available via appointment at the Show Home, which currently features the four-bedroom 'Holden' house style. Specific incentives, such as Part Exchange, Key Worker Schemes, and potential contributions toward deposit or mortgage payments, may be available on selected plots; prospective buyers should contact the David Wilson Homes sales office for the most current details and completion dates for specific plots.
- Developer
- David Wilson Homes
- City
- Bedfordshire
- Neighbourhood
- Wixams
- Postcode
- MK42 6AW
- Address
- Southern Cross, Wixams, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6AW
- Bedrooms
- 3–4
- Tenure
- For sale
Facilities
- Parking
- Garden
- Green space
- Play area
New homes from David Wilson Homes
Sold prices at Willow Grove
Since first completions in 2009, 31 homes here have resold, at a median of £368,750 (£323 per sq ft), +33% on their first-sale prices.That is 2% below the Wixams median of £329 per sq ft.
| Address | Sold | Kind | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Jun 2026 | Resale +59% | £455,000 · £269/sq ft |
| 61, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | May 2026 | Resale +9% | £346,500 · £418/sq ft |
| 23, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Jan 2026 | Resale +101% | £395,000 · £353/sq ft |
| 19, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Jan 2026 | Resale +75% | £350,000 · £290/sq ft |
| 56, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Mar 2025 | Resale +12% | £360,000 · £316/sq ft |
| 9, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Feb 2025 | Resale +52% | £380,000 · £247/sq ft |
| 2, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Jan 2025 | Resale +49% | £440,000 · £248/sq ft |
| Flat 6, 66, Southern Cross MK42 6AW | Dec 2024 | Sale | £242,000 · £363/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 Willow Grove
›Who is the developer of Willow Grove?
Willow Grove is a David Wilson Homes development in Wixams, Bedfordshire. David Wilson Homes has 140 developments listed on Homello.
›How much do homes at Willow Grove cost?
Prices at Willow Grove start from £332,995 for 3–4 bedroom homes.
›Is Willow Grove still selling?
Willow Grove is marked "now selling" (unconfirmed). Use the enquiry button to check current availability with David Wilson Homes.
›What have homes at Willow Grove sold for?
31 homes at Willow Grove have been resold since first completions in 2009, at a median of £368,750 (£323 per square foot), up 33% on what they first sold for. That is 2% below the Wixams median of £329 per square foot.
›What are house prices like in Wixams?
The median sold price in Wixams was £370,000 over the last 12 months (53 sales, +3.3% on the year before), or £329 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Wixams page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Willow Grove?
Willow Grove offers houses, 3–4 bedroom homes. Homes are sold outright by David Wilson Homes.
Location
Southern Cross, Wixams, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 6AW
Nearest stations
- Kempston Hardwick Station 1.8 miles
- Stewartby Station 2.7 miles
- Bedford St Johns Station 3.0 miles
- Bedford Station 3.5 miles
Nearest schools
- Wixams Tree Primary Academy 0.2 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
- Wixams Academy 0.3 milesSecondary · ages 11–19 Expected standard
- Lakeview School 0.4 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Good
- Willow Grove Primary School 0.6 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal.
Area insights
The Bedford neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, EPC register, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.
19 live listings at this development