Alconbury Weald
Developer: Urban&Civic / Hopkins / Barratt / Redrow
A 600-acre flagship strategic site north of Huntingdon delivering 5,000+ homes, 8,000 jobs in the Enterprise Zone, two primary schools and a new secondary school.
New Homes in Huntingdon
Home to Alconbury Weald — 5,000 homes, 8,000 jobs
Huntingdon is the gateway to Alconbury Weald — one of the UK's largest strategic housing developments. Urban&Civic, Hopkins Homes, Barratt and Redrow are together delivering over 5,000 new homes alongside an Enterprise Zone with 8,000 jobs and 700 acres of green space. Direct trains reach London Kings Cross in around 50 minutes.
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Featured developments in Huntingdon
Huntingdon property market in 2026
Alconbury Weald is one of the most significant strategic developments in the East of England, providing 5,000+ homes alongside a Government-backed Enterprise Zone. Direct A14/A1 access plus 50-minute trains to London Kings Cross underpin demand from Cambridge and London commuters.
Why buy a new home in Huntingdon?
- ✓ Alconbury Weald — 5,000 homes, 8,000 jobs, 700 acres of green space
- ✓ London Kings Cross in ~50 minutes by direct train
- ✓ Cambridge 30 minutes by car or train
- ✓ A1 / A14 / A141 all on the doorstep
- ✓ New primary schools and a secondary planned on site
Transport & commuting
Huntingdon railway station is on the East Coast Main Line with direct services to London Kings Cross (50 min) and Peterborough (15 min). The A1 and A14 both meet at Brampton Hut just south of the town.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| London Kings Cross | ~50m | LNER / Great Northern |
| Cambridge | ~30m | CrossCountry / Car |
| Peterborough | ~15m | LNER |
| Stansted Airport | ~50m | Car |
Schools in Huntingdon
Alconbury Weald is delivering two new primary schools and a secondary on site. The wider Huntingdon catchment includes Hinchingbrooke School (Outstanding) and a number of strong state primaries.
- Hinchingbrooke School (Outstanding)
- St Peter's School Huntingdon
- Kimbolton School (independent, co-ed)
- Sawtry Academy
- Cambridge Regional College
Major new-build schemes in Huntingdon
Alconbury Weald II
Developer: Redrow
A new Redrow Heritage Collection phase of 3, 4 and 5-bedroom houses on the southern edge of the strategic site.
Things to do in Huntingdon
- • Hinchingbrooke Country Park
- • Cromwell Museum (Oliver Cromwell's birthplace)
- • River Great Ouse boating
- • Wood Green Animal Shelter
- • Grafham Water (5 miles, 2nd largest reservoir in England)
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Huntingdon
What is Alconbury Weald?
Alconbury Weald is a 600-acre flagship residential development north of Huntingdon, delivering 5,000+ homes alongside a Government-backed Enterprise Zone with 8,000 jobs and 700 acres of green space. It is one of the most significant strategic regional projects currently under development in the UK.
How much do homes at Alconbury Weald cost?
Hopkins Homes prices range from c. £240,000 for 2-bedroom coach houses to £550,000+ for 5-bedroom detached homes. Barratt and Redrow phases price in similar ranges depending on plot and specification.
How long is the train from Huntingdon to London?
Huntingdon is on the East Coast Main Line — direct LNER and Great Northern services reach London Kings Cross in around 50 minutes, with multiple trains per hour through the day.