Wilton Gate
Developer: Linden Homes / Bovis Homes
A 640-home flagship scheme on the western edge of Salisbury, with a new primary school, local centre and country park. Bovis phases now sold out; Linden currently selling 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes.
New Homes in Salisbury
A cathedral city with 640 new homes at Wilton Gate
Salisbury is a medieval cathedral city in Wiltshire with strong demand from professionals, retirees and military families connected to the Bulford and Tidworth garrisons. The headline new-build scheme is Wilton Gate — a 640-home development on the western edge of the city by Linden Homes, Bovis and Countryside Homes — alongside Chapel Gate at Netherhampton.
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Featured developments in Salisbury
Salisbury property market in 2026
New-build supply is concentrated at Wilton Gate (Linden / Bovis) and Chapel Gate (Countryside) on Salisbury's western edge. Bovis's Wilton Gate phases are now sold out; Linden continue to release plots with incentives running through May 2026. The town benefits from limited local supply and steady demand.
Why buy a new home in Salisbury?
- ✓ World Heritage Site at Stonehenge and one of the UK's finest cathedrals
- ✓ Direct trains to London Waterloo in 1h 23m
- ✓ Strong school catchment — 31 schools within a 3-mile radius of Wilton Gate
- ✓ Major employers: Wessex Archaeology, Salisbury District Hospital, Porton Down
- ✓ New country park and primary school being delivered as part of Wilton Gate
Transport & commuting
Salisbury is served by SWR (London Waterloo) and GWR (Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter). The A303 and A36 provide road access to the South West and the M3.
| Destination | Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| London Waterloo | ~1h 23m | SWR |
| Portsmouth Harbour | ~1h 35m | SWR |
| Bristol Temple Meads | ~1h 5m | GWR |
| Exeter St Davids | ~1h 55m | GWR |
Schools in Salisbury
The Wilton Gate catchment contains 31 schools within 3 miles, most rated Good or Outstanding. Salisbury operates a grammar system with Bishop Wordsworth's (boys) and South Wilts (girls) among the strongest in the South West.
- Bishop Wordsworth's School (boys, selective, Outstanding)
- South Wilts Grammar School (girls, selective, Outstanding)
- Godolphin School (independent, girls)
- Salisbury Cathedral School (independent, co-ed)
- Wyvern St Edmund's
Major new-build schemes in Salisbury
Chapel Gate
Developer: Countryside Homes
Family-led Netherhampton scheme by Countryside, delivered alongside Wilton Gate in the wider strategic allocation.
Things to do in Salisbury
- • Salisbury Cathedral (tallest spire in the UK)
- • Stonehenge (10 miles)
- • Old Sarum hillfort
- • Mompesson House (National Trust)
- • Salisbury Playhouse and Festival
Frequently asked questions about new homes in Salisbury
How much are new homes at Wilton Gate?
Linden Homes is currently selling 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom houses, with current incentives offering reservations until 31 May 2026 and legal completion on or before 30 September 2026. Bovis phases are sold out.
Is Salisbury a good place to commute from?
SWR runs direct trains from Salisbury to London Waterloo in 1h 23m. The Wilton Gate site is a 10-minute drive from Salisbury station, making it practical for occasional London commuters as well as professionals working locally.
What schools are near Wilton Gate?
There are 31 schools within a 3-mile radius of the Wilton Gate site, most rated Good or Outstanding. A brand new primary school is being delivered on site as part of the development.