THE RARE BREED OF NEW HOMES BEING BUILT IN BEWDLEY

THEY account for a tiny fraction of new homes, but one housebuilder is helping bring the bungalow back in Bewdley.

According to NHBC figures, just 1,505 out of 115,350 new homes built in 2025 were bungalows.

That’s just 1.3% and includes bungalows within retirement developments or for those with specialist requirements.

Elan Homes is bucking the trend and delivering almost double the national average at its Sandbourne Gardens development on Stourport Road, Bewdley.

Elan regional head of sales Julie Johnson said: “Sandbourne Gardens is a prime example of how we plan developments to address local housing need. Across the development we’re building a good mix of properties with two to five-bedroom designs, including the rarest type of home – the bungalow. New build bungalows are few and far between, but we have two available in Bewdley. Just like our homes set out over two floors, they’re highly energy efficient, low maintenance and boast a high quality specification. They’re ideal for those who want to downsize without compromise.”

The single-storey Haywood Special offers 657 sq ft of well-planned living space.

The spacious lounge is on one side of the hallway, with a bedroom on the opposite side.

Nestled between the lounge and the second bedroom, which is at the rear of the property, is the bathroom.

The open plan kitchen and dining room benefits from direct access to the rear garden via French doors.

“Because there are two bedrooms there’s the option for a snore room. It’s the perfect solution for couples who sleep in separate bedrooms to ensure they can both enjoy a good night’s sleep,” Julie said.

“Alternatively, it could be a guest room for when friends or family come to stay, perhaps a craft space or reading room, home office, somewhere to practice yoga or even a pet bedroom. How you use the space is up to you.”

There are two Haywood Special style bungalows currently available. Plot 79 is build-complete and ready to move into, priced at £339,995 and includes flooring and blinds throughout, an integrated dishwasher, wardrobes to the main bedroom and turfed rear garden.

For those who want the power to personalise their new home, plot 65 is available with the opportunity to select from a range of specification options including choosing the finish of the kitchen or the bathroom tiles and adding flooring.

For those looking for a home set out over two floors, Sandbourne Gardens also offers everything from two-bedroom houses to substantial five-bedroom homes.

Current prices range from £289,995 to £749,995.

A picture postcard town, Bewdley offers everything from a steam railway and safari park to a café culture, good schools and independent shops. Plus, it’s commutable to Worcester in around 30 minutes or to Birmingham in less than an hour by road or rail via nearby Kidderminster station.

Find out more, with a visit to Sandbourne Gardens, open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm or see www.elan-homes.co.uk/developments/sandbourne-gardens for the latest availability and pricing.