New Build Homes for Sale in Yate

New Build Homes for Sale in Yate

A town close to the Cotswold hills, Yate is an excellent location for families and working professionals. With direct road links to Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, and the South West countryside, it serves as both a commuter town and an access point into the rural regions. Those living in our new build homes in Yate can benefit from the convenient location, as well as its proximity to the amenities of Bristol, Bath and the town itself.

Where is Yate?

Yate is a town located in South Gloucestershire, just northeast of Bristol. It lies 2 miles away from the border of the Cotswolds National Landscape and just under 10 miles away from the crossing into Wales. It’s a short drive from both Bristol and Bath, with connections to Gloucestershire and Cheltenham accessible from the nearby M5 motorway.

Transport in Yate

Yate is popular for its road links to Bristol, Gloucester, and Bath. Located a 15-minute drive away from Junction 1 of the M32, and a 20-minute drive away from the intersection between the M4 and the M5, the town benefits from a robust motorway network. As for public transport, those living in Yate can use the town’s train station for travel into Bristol Temple Meads in around 20 minutes. You’re also 40 minutes’ drive from Bristol Airport, opening up air travel for international travel.

Shopping in Yate

The town is home to the Yate Shopping Centre, a covered mall with expansive parking and convenient amenities, such as a Post Office, supermarkets and Boots, as well as high-street names such as Next, Argos and Holland & Barrett.

Yate is also adjacent to the market town of Chipping Sodbury, where you’ll find a vibrant shopping street with independent brands selling baby supplies, clothes and gifts, while Bristol’s Mall at Cribbs Causeway and Cabot Circus shopping centres are both within half an hour.

Things to do in Yate

Yate benefits from plenty of parks and walking areas, including Brimsham Fields park and play area, the Wapley Bushes nature reserve and the Spar Pools country park. There are also a number of historic attractions nearby, from the Avon Valley steam railway to the National Trust’s Dyrham Park in the Cotswolds. As for modern leisure, Yate’s proximity to Bristol provides a wider range of activities for those living in Yate to enjoy, including a Hollywood Bowl, cinemas, mini golf at Treetop Golf Bristol and escape rooms.

The best places to buy new homes in Yate

There are plenty of places to settle in Yate, whether you’re looking to live close to Bristol or within proximity of the Cotswolds National Landscape. Here are a few of the most popular places to live near Yate:

Thornbury

The town of Thornbury is less than half an hour from Yate, placed between the town and the River Severn. Many people choose Thornbury for its proximity to the intersection between the M4 and the M5, providing easy access to Gloucester, Bristol, Newport, and even Exeter and London – access that provides easy commuting routes into surrounding cities. The town has its own mall at the St Mary Centre, alongside a hospital, plenty of schools and a leisure centre.

Chippenham

Around half an hour east of Yate, Chippenham is a well-connected market town in Wiltshire. It offers a strong mix of everyday amenities in the town centre, including a shopping area, leisure facilities and a range of well-regarded schools. Set close to the edge of the Cotswolds, Chippenham also provides easy access to green space and countryside walks, while regular rail services into Bristol, Bath and London provide convenient commuting options.

Malmesbury

A small town on the eastern edge of the Cotswolds, Malmesbury is half an hour from Yate and is an excellent option if you’re looking to retreat from the city. Our new homes in Malmesbury are surrounded by countryside, offering endless walking routes and views over the Avon valley. The town also has access to plenty of urban amenities, including a library, several supermarkets and plenty of schools, and it’s also close to Swindon for further shopping, work and leisure options.

Looking to buy a new build home in Yate?

There are plenty of reasons to move to Yate, whether you’re looking for a short commute into the city of Bristol or easy access into the South West countryside. If you think that South Gloucestershire could be the perfect location for you, book an appointment to view our new builds in Yate and get the ball rolling on your move today.