New Homes for Sale in Bushby

A friendly village in the suburbs of Leicester, Bushby is a haven for commuters and families who want easy access to the city. A nearby hospital, several colleges and schools, a large garden centre, and swathes of local countryside provide our new homes in Bushby provide residents with a mix of urban amenities and small-town charm.

Where is Bushby?

Bushby is located in the East Midlands, just 4 miles east of Leicester city centre. It sits close to the eastern edge of Leicester, neighbouring areas such as Evington and Hamilton.

Transport in Bushby

Bushby benefits from excellent transport links, with Junction 21 of the M1 around 20 minutes away providing direct routes to Nottingham, Sheffield, Milton Keynes and London. The A47 also runs through the village, connecting Bushby with destinations like Peterborough.

Leicester railway station is around four miles away and offers regular services to London St Pancras, Sheffield, Nottingham, Derby, Loughborough, and East Midlands Parkway. The station also provides convenient parking facilities, making it a useful option for commuters.

Local bus services connect Bushby with Leicester and surrounding areas, including the LC7 service which runs between Leicester and Uppingham. This provides easy access to the city centre and Leicester’s main transport hubs.

For international travel, East Midlands Airport is around 40 minutes away by car, providing convenient access to destinations across the UK and overseas.

Shopping in Bushby

Bushby has several corner shops including a Premier and a Co-op, as well as Coles Garden Centre, a popular destination for home and garden essentials. You’ll also find two independent cafes in the village, at Cafe Fifty Five and Aunty’s Coffee Shop.

For a wider choice of shopping and groceries, North Evington is just a 15-minute drive away with independent fishmongers, butcher shops and greengrocers, clothing stores and small homeware shops.

For larger retail destinations, St George's Shopping Park provides a range of well-known names, such as Home Bargains, Next, Pets at Home, and more. Around 10 minutes away, Highcross Leicester offers a full city-centre shopping experience with brands such as Urban Outfitters, Mango, Flying Tiger, and more.

Things to do in Bushby

The surrounding countryside and nearby green spaces provide many opportunities to get outdoors. There are a number of parks and walking areas in and around Bushby, including Willowbrook Park, Humberstone Park, the Shady Lane Arboretum, and the University of Leicester’s Botanic Garden.

Just a short drive away, the historic site of Ingarsby provides a peaceful walking route through open countryside and visible medieval earthworks, offering a glimpse into the area’s past.

Leicester itself also offers a wide variety of attractions, from the National Space Centre and the King Richard III Visitor Centre to cultural landmarks like Leicester Cathedral, the Guildhall and the Leicester Museum and Art Gallery.

For leisure and entertainment, residents enjoy indoor golf at Treetop Golf and escape rooms at Escape Leicester, while family-friendly venues include Fun Valley, Hollywood Bowl and Ninja Warrior UK. The surrounding area also offers outdoor activities such as paintballing in Ratby and Markfield or bubble football in Evington, as well as trampoline parks and play centres across Leicester, such as the Petite Street Play Village.

The best places to buy new builds near Bushby

Bushby is ideally placed within easy access of a number of attractive towns that also provide a balance of local amenities and surrounding countryside. Here are just some places you can find new homes near Bushby.

Oadby

Around 10 minutes’ drive from Bushby, Oadby is one of Leicester’s most popular towns for commuters and families thanks to its strong schools and easy access to the city via the A6.

Oadby town centre offers a range of everyday amenities, including The Parade shopping street, where you’ll find independent retailers, charity shops, a Boots pharmacy and an M&S Foodhall. Larger supermarkets are also nearby, with Sainsbury’s, Lidl and Tesco Express all within easy reach, along with a Sainsbury’s petrol station for convenience.

For leisure, residents can use Parklands Leisure Centre, which includes a swimming pool, gym and fitness classes. Uplands Park and surrounding green spaces also provide open areas for walking, sport and family activities.

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Syston

Less than 20 minutes north of Bushby, Syston is a popular commuter town with its own train station and access to a major A-road. The station is just one stop away from Leicester, making it possible to travel to the city centre in less than 10 minutes.

The town itself has a small shopping district with a pet shop, hardware store, gift shop, and Oxfam charity shop. As for amenities, town pharmacies, a large medical centre, a Tesco Superstore, and Aldi provide everyday convenience for residents. Syston also borders  Watermead Country Park, a large green space for walking and relaxation.

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Melton Mowbray

Half an hour from Bushby, the market town of Melton Mowbray is a traditional Leicestershire market town known for its strong community feel and more relaxed pace of life.

The town centre is home to Melton Cinema and Melton Theatre for regular film screenings, live performances and community events. For outdoor leisure, Melton Country Park provides lakeside walking routes, green spaces and a cafe, while Twinlakes Theme Park is just outside the town for family days out.

Melton Mowbray also has its own railway station for direct services to Leicester, Birmingham New Street, Peterborough and Stansted Airport, making it a practical base for commuters.

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Looking for new homes for sale in Bushby?

A peaceful village on the edge of Leicester, Bushby is ideal for homebuyers who want a balance between city and country life. With well-connected transport links, nearby amenities and access to green spaces, it’s a popular choice for those looking to enjoy a quieter pace of life without feeling remote.

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