New Homes in Stroud 

Sitting in the South West not far from the Severn Estuary, Stroud is a market town in Gloucestershire. Surrounded by the beautiful Cotswolds, houses in Stroud are less than 10 miles south of Gloucester, while Bristol is around a 40-minute drive down the M5.

Known for its local cafe culture, this is a great place to live if you love being outdoors. From central open spaces like Stratford Park to Sladebank Woods on the edge of town, and the Museum in the Park; you’ve also got Swift’s Hill, Lypiatt Park, Standish Wood and the Severn Canal on your doorstep. You’ve come to the right place if you want to see our latest developments close to Stroud. 

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What is life like in Stroud?

With a desirable Cotswolds location, lots of great ways to spend your time and excellent transport links, Stroud is also a popular place for families thanks to its excellent schools. You can read more about the local area below, while you should head over to our offers page to discover more about incentives like our Part Exchange scheme.

What is there to see and do in Stroud?

The centre of Stroud is a wonderful place to spend some time, offering everything from historical landmarks such as the Subscription Rooms and the local parish church, to a collection of bars, restaurants, shops and leisure facilities such as a bowling alley. Open spaces include Stratford Park, which is equipped with pretty gardens, a lake and even a museum.

You’ll find Painswick Rococo Garden just north of town, while Swift’s Hill is to the east and the place to go for spectacular views across the local area. Whether you’re climbing Coaley Peak or going for long walks and bike rides through delightful Cotswolds landscapes, this is a brilliant spot to live if you love being outdoors.

What is education like in Stroud?

There are some great schools in and around town, including Stroud High School. This is an outstanding state grammar for girls, while the nearby Marling School is for boys. Neighbouring Stonehouse provides another option in the form of Maidenhill School, along with Eastcombe’s Thomas Keble School.

If your kids are a little younger, Uplands Community Primary is also classed as outstanding by the education board. Stroud Valley Community Primary, Rodborough Community Primary and the Rosary Catholic Primary are also good choices.

How are the transport links in Stroud?

Stroud is only half an hour’s drive along the M5 from Bristol, making the town popular among commuters to the city. It’s also a great place to live if you work in Gloucester, which is an even shorter journey along the A4173. The town also has plenty of local buses and a train station off Rowcroft, while Birmingham and Bristol’s international airports are both within an hour’s drive.

What is the Stroud property scene like?

This is a great area to invest in, with plenty of solid growth seen across the town in recent years. House prices in Stroud are higher than the national average, which is influenced by its excellent stock of semi-detached homes and detached homes.

New home schemes & offers in Stroud

Looking to relocate to Stroud? 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 Stroud 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 South West property guide is here to help.