Ashbourne Airfield
Developer: Various
A heritage-led scheme on the former RAF base combining modern energy-efficient homes with the site's wartime character.
New Homes in Ashbourne
The gateway to the Peak District — 1,273 new homes in the pipeline
Ashbourne is a historic Georgian market town on the southern edge of the Peak District, with seven housing sites earmarked for over 1,273 new homes in the local plan including a major 700-home allocation off the A52. Active developments include Ashbourne Airfield (former RAF base) and Milford Mills, with Brailsford's The Laurels nearby.
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Featured developments in Ashbourne
Ashbourne property market in 2026
Ashbourne is a sought-after Peak District address with limited supply pushing prices well above Derbyshire averages. The 700-home A52 allocation will materially expand the local market through the late 2020s. Derby is a 25-minute drive for commuters.
Why buy a new home in Ashbourne?
- ✓ On the doorstep of the Peak District National Park
- ✓ Derby city centre in 25 minutes by car
- ✓ Historic Georgian market town
- ✓ Ofsted-Good and Outstanding schools
- ✓ Major active schemes: Ashbourne Airfield + Milford Mills
Transport & commuting
Ashbourne has no railway station — the closest stations are Derby (15 miles) and Uttoxeter (10 miles). The A52 connects directly to Derby and the M1 J25.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Derby | ~25m | Car (A52) |
| Stoke-on-Trent | ~30m | Car (A52) |
| Nottingham | ~45m | Car |
| Peak District (Dovedale) | ~10m | Car |
Schools in Ashbourne
Ashbourne has Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (state secondary, despite the name) plus a strong network of village primaries.
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School (state secondary)
- Parkside Community School
- Ashbourne Hilltop Infant School
- St Oswald's CofE Primary
- Repton School (independent, 30 mins)
Major new-build schemes in Ashbourne
Milford Mills
Developer: Various
A collection of 2 & 3-bedroom houses in Phase 1, available to reserve now with completion in Q3 2026.
A52 Strategic Allocation
Developer: TBD
700-home long-term allocation on Ashbourne's southern boundary, stretching from the Derby Road roundabout to Wyaston Road — coming forward in the late 2020s.
Things to do in Ashbourne
- • Dovedale and the Tissington Trail (Peak District)
- • Ashbourne Royal Shrovetide Football
- • Carsington Water (15 mins)
- • Alton Towers (25 mins)
- • Tissington and Thorpe villages
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Ashbourne
How much do new homes in Ashbourne cost?
Current schemes at Milford Mills and Ashbourne Airfield price 3-bed semi-detached homes from around £325,000, with 4 and 5-bed detached homes from £450,000+. Prices are firmer than the wider Derbyshire average thanks to Peak District proximity.
When will the new 700-home A52 development start?
The A52 allocation is in the local plan but full planning and infrastructure works will take time to come forward — most market analysts expect first plots to launch in 2027–28 at earliest.
Does Ashbourne have a train station?
No — Ashbourne's line closed in 1963 and the closest stations are Derby (15 miles, mainline) and Uttoxeter (10 miles, branch line). Most commuting is by car via the A52.