New Build Homes in Buckinghamshire
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This region is set in beautiful open countryside, offering a calm and comfortable way of life.
Made up of pretty market towns and family‑friendly villages, Buckinghamshire is a place where you can breathe more deeply, live closer to nature, and still stay connected to the city via fast links to London.
Buckinghamshire is home to the wooded, rolling Chiltern Hills, some of the greatest landscaped gardens such as Stowe Landscape Gardens, and scenic waterways, including the Grand Union Canal.
The county is also rich in heritage, with stately homes such as Waddesdon Manor and cultural landmarks including the Roald Dahl Museum. From the historic streets of Amersham and Beaconsfield to its peaceful countryside, Buckinghamshire is ideal for families, professionals, and investors seeking a high‑quality lifestyle.
Finding your places within Buckinghamshire is easy, with each of the welcoming local communities offering something different yet equally enticing. Whether you're looking for a thriving town atmosphere or something more quaint, Buckinghamshire will have you feeling right at home in no time.
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Homes in High Wycombe
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£647,500 - £1,250,000
A new collection of homes set in leafy grounds bordered by a new country park and woodland.
About Buckinghamshire
Positioned in the South East of England, Buckinghamshire borders Greater London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire, making it a favourite location for commuters.
Home to the Chilterns National Landscape, the county is characterised by sweeping chalk hills, wooded valleys, historic market towns, and an extensive network of walking and cycling trails. This protected landscape gives Buckinghamshire its distinctive rural charm while preserving a high quality of life.
Berkeley’s communities in Buckinghamshire comprise of Abbey Barn Park in High Wycombe and Eastbrook Village in Milton Keynes. These are thoughtfully located homes within green, well‑connected settings.
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Living in Buckinghamshire
Life in Buckinghamshire moves at a gentler pace compared to the city, with plenty of green spaces, country pubs, and local markets. The area is popular with professionals, families, and retirees seeking a balance of town and country living.
The surrounding countryside provides endless opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring. Popular spots such as Ashridge Estate and Dockey Wood offer changing natural scenery through the seasons – including spring bluebells and autumn colour – as well as wildlife and peaceful trails perfect for slow Sunday mornings.
Buckinghamshire also boasts a strong sense of community. Independent shops, artisan producers and long-standing markets make the neighbourhoods feel warm, grounded and full of character.
With its picturesque location and proximity to London, Buckinghamshire offers a lifestyle that’s both relaxed and well-connected.
Where to Live in Buckinghamshire
Nestled in the Chiltern Hills, High Wycombe offers a vibrant town centre, a range of schools, and easy commuting to London. Berkeley’s Abbey Barn Park development blends stylish living with a peaceful woodland setting.
Milton Keynes is a busy, well-connected town with strong transport links, extensive shopping, and a wide range of leisure activities. Our Eastbrook Village development is a master-planned neighbourhood offering low-carbon homes, schools, healthcare, and over 260 acres of open space.
History of Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire is a county renowned for its history and royal connections. Its heritage stretches back to Saxon times, with ancient market towns and villages from this period still remaining throughout the county.
The county is home to iconic estates such as Waddesdon Manor, a magnificent Rothschild residence celebrated for its art collections and grand architecture, and Cliveden House, a stately home renowned for its associations with aristocracy, politics, and royalty.
Buckinghamshire also has strong literary links. John Milton lived in Chalfont St Giles, where he completed Paradise Lost, while Roald Dahl made Great Missenden his home, drawing inspiration from the surrounding countryside for many of his much‑loved stories. The county’s rolling Chiltern Hills have long supported rural traditions, farming communities, and distinctive market towns.
Today, Buckinghamshire blends this rich heritage with modern living, offering a unique place to call your home.
Education in Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire is renowned for its strong education system, offering families a wide choice of high-performing schools.
The county operates one of the few fully selective systems in England, with 13 grammar schools that consistently rank among the best in the country. Entry to these schools is based on the 11+ Secondary Transfer Test, making them highly sought after by parents aiming for academic excellence.
Alongside the grammars, there are over 20 non-selective secondary schools and nearly 200 state primary schools, many of which are rated “Good” or “Outstanding” by Ofsted.
This mix of selective and comprehensive options ensures that families can find a school suited to their child’s needs.
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Commuting from Buckinghamshire
Buckinghamshire is an ideal choice for London commuters, offering excellent transport connections by rail and road.
There are fast and frequent train services from High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Amersham, and Milton Keynes, with journey times to London typically ranging from 35 to 55 minutes.
For drivers, the M40, M1, and A413 provide direct routes to the capital, with convenient access to Heathrow Airport and the wider motorway network.
Major business centres in Milton Keynes and High Wycombe attract leading employers for those who prefer not to commute, while high‑speed broadband and green surroundings make hybrid and remote working effortless.
New Build Homes for Sale in Buckinghamshire
Berkeley Group creates premium communities in some of Buckinghamshire’s most desirable locations.
Each development is thoughtfully designed with sustainability, energy efficiency, and long‑term wellbeing at its core, ensuring every home is crafted for comfort, connection, and a better way of living.
Inside every home, refined materials, generous natural light, and future‑ready design come together to create spaces that feel both stylish and practical—ideal for families, professionals, and investors alike.
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New Homes Buckinghamshire – Key Sources
- Buckinghamshire - Wikipedia - Encyclopaedia entry for Buckinghamshire
- Top 10 things to do in Buckinghamshire you'll love in 2025 - South East England Tourist Website – Listing on things to do in Buckinghamshire
- Schools and learning - Buckinghamshire Council - Listings for information on Schools in Buckinghamshire
- Our local transport plan - Buckinghamshire Council - Guidance on transport planning
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