Daresbury Garden Village
Developer: Various
A Garden Village-style scheme alongside Keckwick Park with excellent commuter connections to Warrington and beyond and proximity to Daresbury Science Park.
New Homes in Daresbury
Sci-Tech Daresbury — 160 high-growth tech companies, 2,000 scientists
Daresbury is a Cheshire village home to Sci-Tech Daresbury — a joint venture between STFC, Halton Council and Langtree that hosts 160+ high-growth science and technology companies and 2,000+ scientists, engineers and innovators. New residential developments include Daresbury Garden Village and Bridgewater View, both within walking distance of the Sci-Tech campus.
2 active developments From £275k Cheshire
Featured developments in Daresbury
Daresbury property market in 2026
Daresbury benefits from a uniquely strong local employment base — Sci-Tech Daresbury's 160 companies and 2,000+ employees create persistent demand for high-quality family housing within walking distance. The wider Cheshire commuter market keeps prices firm.
Why buy a new home in Daresbury?
- ✓ Sci-Tech Daresbury campus (160 tech companies, 2,000+ employees)
- ✓ Warrington in 15 minutes by car
- ✓ Runcorn in 10 minutes
- ✓ M56 / M62 within easy reach
- ✓ Manchester Airport 30 minutes
Transport & commuting
Daresbury has no railway station — the closest is Runcorn (10 minutes) for Avanti services to London Euston in 1h 50m and Liverpool in 15 minutes. The M56 J11 is within 5 minutes.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Warrington | ~15m | Car |
| London Euston (from Runcorn) | ~1h 50m | Avanti |
| Liverpool | ~25m | Car / Train |
| Manchester Airport | ~30m | Car (M56) |
Schools in Daresbury
Daresbury Primary is in the village. Secondary pupils typically attend Sandymoor School or one of the strong Cheshire grammar / Catholic options nearby.
- Daresbury Primary School
- Sandymoor School
- Penketh High School
- The Grange School (independent, Hartford)
- University of Liverpool (25 mins)
Major new-build schemes in Daresbury
Bridgewater View
Developer: Various
A scheme in the leafy village of Daresbury — a stone's throw from Daresbury Business Park and close to both Warrington and Runcorn.
Things to do in Daresbury
- • Sci-Tech Daresbury campus tours
- • Daresbury Lewis Carroll Centre (Alice in Wonderland)
- • Bridgewater Canal towpath
- • Manley Knoll Gardens (15 mins)
- • Delamere Forest (20 mins)
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Daresbury
What is Sci-Tech Daresbury?
Sci-Tech Daresbury is a joint venture between the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Halton Borough Council and property company Langtree, home to 160+ high-growth science and technology companies and 2,000+ scientists, engineers and business innovators. The STFC launched its first scale-up facility on the campus in March 2026.
How much do new homes in Daresbury cost?
3-bedroom homes at the current Daresbury Garden Village and Bridgewater View schemes typically start from £325,000, with 4-bedroom detached homes from £475,000+. The Cheshire commuter market keeps prices firm.
How do I commute from Daresbury to London?
Runcorn station (10 minutes away by car) offers Avanti West Coast direct services to London Euston in 1h 50m. The M6 / M56 also provides direct road access in around 3.5 hours.