Grandhome
Developer: Grandhome Trust / CALA / AJC
A long-term master plan of 7,000 homes with two new primary schools, a secondary school, parks, shops and a village centre. The first 600-home neighbourhood is now selling.
New Homes in Bridge of Don
Grandhome — 7,000 homes on Aberdeen's northern edge
Bridge of Don is a suburb on the north of Aberdeen, anchored by the long-term Grandhome master plan which will eventually deliver 7,000 homes. The first 600-home neighbourhood is now selling, with two new primary schools and a secondary school planned on site. CALA at Grandhome and AJC Homes are among the active builders.
2 active developments From £270k Aberdeen
Featured developments in Bridge of Don
Bridge of Don property market in 2026
Aberdeen's property market is heavily linked to the oil, gas and energy-transition economy. Grandhome is one of Scotland's largest strategic developments and offers buyers a 10-minute drive to Aberdeen city centre on the A956.
Why buy a new home in Bridge of Don?
- ✓ 10 minutes from Aberdeen city centre on the A956
- ✓ Grandhome — 7,000-home long-term master plan
- ✓ Two new primary schools and a secondary school planned
- ✓ Strong oil, gas and renewables commuter base
- ✓ Beachfront and Aberdeen Bay close by
Transport & commuting
Bridge of Don has no railway station — Aberdeen station (8 miles) is the main hub with direct services to Edinburgh, Glasgow and London. The A90 trunk road and A956 give direct access to Aberdeen, the airport and the North Sea harbour.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen city centre | ~10m | Car (A956) |
| Aberdeen Airport | ~20m | Car |
| Edinburgh (from Aberdeen) | ~2h 20m | ScotRail |
| Inverness | ~2h 10m | ScotRail |
Schools in Bridge of Don
Grandhome's master plan includes 2 primary schools and a secondary. In the interim, residents are accommodated at Forehill Primary and Oldmachar Academy — both 5 minutes on foot. Robert Gordon's College and St Margaret's independent schools are within 5 miles.
- Forehill Primary School
- Oldmachar Academy
- Bridge of Don Academy
- Robert Gordon's College (independent, 5 miles)
- St Margaret's School (independent)
Major new-build schemes in Bridge of Don
Green Bank at Grandhome
Developer: CALA Homes
A current-phase CALA scheme of family detached homes within the Grandhome master plan.
Claymore Drive
Developer: Various
4 and 5-bedroom new homes priced from £355,000 to £507,950 on the established Bridge of Don network.
Things to do in Bridge of Don
- • Aberdeen Beach Esplanade (5 mins)
- • Footdee fishing village
- • Aberdeen Football Club (Pittodrie)
- • Donmouth Local Nature Reserve
- • Royal Aberdeen Golf Club
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Bridge of Don
What is Grandhome?
Grandhome is a long-term master plan to build up to 7,000 new homes north of Aberdeen, with two new primary schools, a secondary school, parks, shops and a village centre. The first 600-home neighbourhood is now selling.
How much do new homes in Bridge of Don cost?
4-bedroom detached homes typically start from £355,000, with 5-bedroom detached homes from £450,000–£508,000. CALA and AJC Homes price Grandhome family homes in this range.
What schools serve the Grandhome development?
Grandhome's master plan includes 2 primary schools and a secondary school. In the interim, residents are accommodated at Forehill Primary and Oldmachar Academy, both 5 minutes on foot, with Robert Gordon's College and St Margaret's independent schools within 5 miles.