New Homes in Ely
One of the smallest cities in the UK, Ely rests predominantly on the western bank of the River Great Ouse in the East of England. Located within Cambridgeshire, houses in Ely are only around 15 miles from Cambridge itself and just under 30 from King's Lynn in the opposite direction along the A10.
Peterborough is a similar distance from Ely, while Norwich and Ipswich are both around 50 miles away and London is 70 miles to the south. You can take a look below to read more about the local area, as well as to browse our latest developments near Ely.
• East of England • Cambridgeshire • Cambridge • Peterborough • Norwich • Ipswich • London
- £679,995 to £919,995
- 4 and 5 bedroom
- Find your new home in Cambridge. A development of 411 brand new homes.
- £499,995 to £689,995
- 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
- New build homes in Cambridge. 15 acre central park, shops, library, health centre, play area & more.
- £314,995 to £419,995
- 4 bedroom
- New homes in Whittlesey, 7 miles from Peterborough. Play area and supermarket on the development.
- Sorry you have missed out on one of our homes. We still have a couple of homes remaining on our Romans' Edge, David Wilson phase, click here.
- £295,000 to £401,500
- 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
- Wintringham is ideal for walking, shopping, schooling and community.
- £305,995 to £442,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- New homes in Hampton, Peterborough. Curved around Teardrop Lake. Surrounded by green open space.
- £269,995 to £377,995
- 3 and 4 bedroom
- Surrounded by countryside with 30% of the development dedicated to green open space for you to enjoy. With over 80% of our remaining homes being detached, it’s the perfect place to call home. You'll be within walking distance of the town centre, plus there is a convenient bus stop just outside Ceres Rise that takes you to Norwich or Kings Lynn. Book an appointment or pop in.
- £319,995 to £386,995
- 4 bedroom
- Located on the edge of Watton, Wayland Fields offers the charm of countryside views with the ease of modern living. Enjoy all essential amenities in Watton, and quick access to Thetford, Norwich, Cambridge, and the stunning Norfolk coast. Join our growing community before it’s too late, as we are over 80% sold. Book an appointment or call in and see us
New Homes in Ely FAQs
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Ely is a lovely Cathedral city in East Cambridgeshire. With independent boutique shopping, great cultural sights and good transport links to nearby towns and cities, including London; new homes in Ely are an ideal choice.
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The city is located just off the A10, with Ely Station providing train services on the Fen Line from Cambridge to King’s Lynn. Travelling by car, Cambridge is 35 minutes away while the train takes just 15 minutes. A car journey takes 35 minutes to Bury St Edmunds, 20 minutes to Newmarket, 45 minutes to Peterborough and one hour and 15 minutes to Norwich. King’s Lynn is 45 minutes away by car or 30 minutes by train.
To reach London, a car journey takes an hour and 40 minutes while the train from Ely to Finsbury Park takes one hour and 15 minutes. The closest major international airport is London Stansted, taking 50 minutes to reach via the M11 and A11.
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The city’s most iconic sight is Ely Cathedral, a lovely building with a history dating back to Norman times in the 11th century. Other places of historical interest include Oliver Cromwell’s House, which recreates life during the 17th century. Ely Museum is found in the city’s former prison, and brings local history to life with exhibits including original gaol cells, Roman remains and eel hunting equipment.
In the wider area, Burwell Museum, The Farmland Museum and Denny Abbey, and Prickwillow Drainage Engine Museum tell the story of The Fens. The Eel Trail is the city’s self-guided art tour.
Outdoor attractions and stately homes in the local area include the National Trust Wicken Fen and the National Trust Anglesey Abbey Gardens & Lode Mill. Other places of interest include the National Dragonfly Project in Wicken.
For sports fans, Sedgeway Equestrian Centre and Witcham Equestrian Centre are nearby, while neighbouring Newmarket is home to the National Horseracing Museum and Newmarket Racecourse. Mepal Outdoor Centre is popular activity centre in The Fens. The University of Cambridge train for the annual boat race on the River Great Ouse in Ely, while Ely City FC play at Unwin Sports Ground.
Alongside its independent shops, Ely has a number of markets including a regular and a Saturday craft market.
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King’s Ely is an independent day and boarding school in the city, while higher education is provided nearby at the world-renowned institution, The University of Cambridge. Anglia Ruskin University also has a campus in Cambridge.
New Home Schemes & Offers in Ely
Looking to relocate to Ely? With Barratt Homes, you’ll have access to unique schemes. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, want to sell your current home or are a key worker, we have an offer that suits you.
Our low deposit schemes are designed to help you buy your dream home without worrying about the deposit. We can boost it up and support you along the way. And if you’re part of the armed forces, we offer a 5% deposit contribution to help you get on the ladder.
Time for a change? Selling your home with our help to sell schemes is easy. You can forget about estate agent fees and enjoy your new home while we do the legwork. If you’re a key worker, you can benefit from our Key Worker Deposit Contribution scheme.
Browse our wide range of new homes in Ely and take advantage of fantastic offers for a stress-free move, just like you deserve. Whether you’re looking for your first home or a new home for your growing family, our East of England property guide is here to help.