Lochside of Leys
Developer: Bancon Homes
A flagship Bancon scheme of luxury 4-bedroom homes in the heart of Royal Deeside, with a new chapter launching in 2026.
New Homes in Banchory
Royal Deeside — one of Scotland's "Best Places to Live"
Banchory is a historic Royal Deeside town 15 miles west of Aberdeen, voted one of the Best Places to Live in Scotland by The Sunday Times. Major active schemes include Bancon Homes' Lochside of Leys (luxury 4-bed homes), CALA's Raemoir Park (4 and 5-bed detached from £405,000) and Kirkwood's Inchmarlo (premium 4, 5 and 6-bed homes).
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Featured developments in Banchory
Banchory property market in 2026
Banchory is one of Aberdeenshire's most desirable addresses, with strong demand from Aberdeen oil-and-gas and energy-sector commuters. The market favours larger detached and family homes — entry-level stock is limited.
Why buy a new home in Banchory?
- ✓ 15 miles from Aberdeen city centre
- ✓ Voted one of Scotland's Best Places to Live
- ✓ Banchory Academy is among the top-performing in Aberdeenshire
- ✓ On the doorstep of the Cairngorms National Park
- ✓ Strong oil/gas/energy commuter base
Transport & commuting
Banchory has no railway station — the closest is Aberdeen (15 miles). The A93 connects directly to Aberdeen and on to the A90 trunk road.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | ~30m | Car (A93) |
| Aberdeen Airport | ~40m | Car |
| Aboyne | ~20m | Car |
| Cairngorms (Ballater) | ~35m | Car |
Schools in Banchory
Banchory Academy regularly features highly in the Scottish secondary school league tables. There are five primary schools in the wider catchment (Banchory, Crathes, Drumoak, Durris and Hill of Banchory), several with nursery provision.
- Banchory Academy (top-tier Aberdeenshire secondary)
- Hill of Banchory School
- Banchory Primary School
- Crathes School
- Robert Gordon's College (independent, Aberdeen)
Major new-build schemes in Banchory
Raemoir Park
Developer: CALA Homes
Detached 4 & 5-bedroom homes starting from £405,000, on the northern edge of the town.
Inchmarlo
Developer: Kirkwood Homes
A prestigious development of premium 4, 5 and 6-bedroom luxury homes on Banchory's western edge.
Things to do in Banchory
- • River Dee fly fishing
- • Crathes Castle and Gardens
- • Banchory Lodge Hotel
- • Cairngorms National Park
- • Royal Lochnagar Distillery (Crathie)
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Banchory
How much do new homes in Banchory cost?
CALA's Raemoir Park starts at £405,000 for 4-bedroom detached homes, while Kirkwood's Inchmarlo prices premium 5 and 6-bedroom houses considerably higher. Average sold prices for 5-bedroom detached homes in Banchory are around £620,000.
Is Banchory a good commute from Aberdeen?
Yes — Banchory is 15 miles west of Aberdeen city centre and reachable in around 30 minutes by car via the A93. This makes it a popular base for Aberdeen-based oil and gas, energy and finance commuters wanting a Royal Deeside lifestyle.
What schools are near Banchory?
Banchory Academy regularly features highly in Scottish secondary league tables and there are five primary schools in the wider catchment (Banchory, Crathes, Drumoak, Durris and Hill of Banchory), most with nursery provision.