Mortimer Park
Developer: Barratt Homes
A collection of energy-efficient homes just a 20-minute walk from Driffield town centre — popular with first-time buyers, families and downsizers.
New Homes in Driffield
Yorkshire Wolds market town — Hull in 33 minutes
Driffield is a charming East Yorkshire market town in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds, with active developments from Barratt (Mortimer Park), David Wilson Homes (Porters Way), Bellway (Wolds View) and Harron Homes (Chariot's Keep). 2, 3 and 4-bedroom energy-efficient homes within a 20-minute walk of the town centre and Driffield train station offering Hull in 33 minutes.
3 active developments From £205k East Riding of Yorkshire
Featured developments in Driffield
Driffield property market in 2026
Driffield offers genuine Yorkshire Wolds village character with strong commuter access to Hull and Bridlington. Multiple active developments from Barratt, David Wilson, Bellway and Harron provide good buyer choice across the price spectrum.
Why buy a new home in Driffield?
- ✓ Hull in 33 minutes by direct train
- ✓ York in around an hour by car
- ✓ Yorkshire Wolds AONB on the doorstep
- ✓ Bridlington coast 15 miles east
- ✓ Strong network of well-established schools
Transport & commuting
Driffield train station (less than 5 minutes from most schemes) provides Northern services to Hull (~33 minutes), Bridlington and Scarborough. The A166 and A614 link to York, Hull and the East Coast.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Hull | ~33m | Northern |
| Bridlington | ~20m | Northern |
| Scarborough | ~50m | Northern |
| York | ~1h | Car |
Schools in Driffield
Driffield School and Sixth Form serves secondary pupils, with highly regarded primaries including Driffield Junior School and Driffield Northfield Infant School in the town and Nafferton Primary School just over a mile away.
- Driffield School and Sixth Form
- Driffield Junior School
- Driffield Northfield Infant School
- Nafferton Primary (1.5 miles)
- Bishop Burton College (FE)
Major new-build schemes in Driffield
Porters Way
Developer: David Wilson Homes
Energy-efficient family homes set in Driffield, a few minutes' drive from the Yorkshire Wolds and just 20 minutes' walk from the town centre.
Wolds View
Developer: Bellway
Bellway's Driffield scheme — strong commuter access with the train station 5 minutes' drive away and Hull just 33 minutes by train.
Chariot's Keep
Developer: Harron Homes
A select range of bungalows and 2 to 5-bedroom homes located in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds.
Things to do in Driffield
- • Yorkshire Wolds Way (long-distance footpath)
- • Driffield Show (one of the UK's largest one-day agricultural shows)
- • Sledmere House (15 mins)
- • Burton Agnes Hall and Gardens (10 mins)
- • Bridlington and Filey beaches (20 mins)
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Driffield
How much do new homes in Driffield cost?
2-bedroom homes typically start from around £205,000 with 4-bedroom detached homes from £375,000+. Harron's Chariot's Keep also offers bungalows ideal for downsizers.
How long is the train from Driffield to Hull?
Northern runs direct services from Driffield to Hull in around 33 minutes. The same line also connects to Bridlington (~20 minutes) and Scarborough (~50 minutes).
Which builders are active in Driffield?
Barratt Homes (Mortimer Park), David Wilson Homes (Porters Way), Bellway (Wolds View) and Harron Homes (Chariot's Keep) are all currently building in Driffield, offering a wide range of 2-5 bedroom homes plus bungalows.