Land North of Ashwell Street, Ashwell
POA
- SIZE AVAILABLE
126,760 sq ft
11,776 sq m
- SECTOR
Land for sale
Key features
- Full planning permission granted for 14 dwellings
- Excellent opportunity to deliver high quality homes in a desirable location
- Situated in a semi-rural setting
- Far reaching views across Ashwell and the surrounding countryside to the north
Description
The site is located in the centre of Ashwell and comprises a parcel of agricultural land, most recently used for grazing. The land is broadly rectangular in shape and measures approximately 2.91 acres (1.18 hectares).
The site is well contained and only visible from Ashwell Street to the south, from which vehicular access will be taken. It benefits from far reaching views across Ashwell and the surrounding countryside to the north.
The site is bounded by large detached residential dwellings to the north, east, and west.
LOCATION
The site is situated in the heart of the sought-after village of Ashwell, approximately 7 miles west of Royston. The village is well regarded for its range of local amenities including a primary school, chemist, bakery, butcher, local shop and traditional country pub.
The location benefits from excellent transport links, with access to the A505 less than 2 miles to the east and the A1(M) approximately 3 miles to the west, providing convenient east-west and north-south connectivity. Cambridge is located approximately 16 miles to the north-east, while central London is readily accessible via nearby rail services from Ashwell & Morden Station, offering direct services to London King's Cross with journey times of around 45 minutes.
PLANNING
The site benefits from a resolution to grant full planning permission (Ref: 24/01444/FP) for the erection of 14 dwellings, comprising a mix of private and affordable housing, including 4 affordable units and a total gross floor area equating to 16,602sqft.
The planning application was approved by North Hertfordshire District Council on 18th September 2025, subject to signing of S106 agreement. The application includes provision of a new vehicular access point from Ashwell Street to the south, together with a publicly accessible open area of approximately 1.4 acres.
A separate application (ref: 22/03094/FP) was granted full planning consent on 13th June 2025 via appeal. This application also comprised 14 units, but with the inclusion of 5 affordable homes equating to 14,145sqft.
CIL
North Hertfordshire District Council does not currently have an adopted CIL charging schedule; therefore, no CIL will be payable.
TENURE
The site is to be sold freehold, with Vacant Possession.
EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES & RIGHTS OF WAY
The site is offered subject to, and with the benefit or burden of all existing rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not specifically referred to in these sales particulars.
SERVICES
More information is included within the Information Pack, but prospective purchasers are advised to make and rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant service providers.
VAT
Prospective purchasers should be aware that the purchase price will be subject to VAT and all offers should be clearly stated as a figure plus VAT. Please refer to the bidding guidelines.
METHOD OF SALE
Offers are invited via informal tender with a bids to be submitted no later than 12 noon on Friday 21st November 2025. Prospective purchasers are directed to the Bidding Guidelines contained within the Information Pack for further information.
The vendors are not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer received.
INFORMATION PACK
Access to an Information Pack containing all relevant sales information, technical reports and planning information is available on request. For access, contact the Selling Agent.
INSPECTIONS
Inspections should be arranged by prior appointment with the Selling Agents.
The site is well contained and only visible from Ashwell Street to the south, from which vehicular access will be taken. It benefits from far reaching views across Ashwell and the surrounding countryside to the north.
The site is bounded by large detached residential dwellings to the north, east, and west.
LOCATION
The site is situated in the heart of the sought-after village of Ashwell, approximately 7 miles west of Royston. The village is well regarded for its range of local amenities including a primary school, chemist, bakery, butcher, local shop and traditional country pub.
The location benefits from excellent transport links, with access to the A505 less than 2 miles to the east and the A1(M) approximately 3 miles to the west, providing convenient east-west and north-south connectivity. Cambridge is located approximately 16 miles to the north-east, while central London is readily accessible via nearby rail services from Ashwell & Morden Station, offering direct services to London King's Cross with journey times of around 45 minutes.
PLANNING
The site benefits from a resolution to grant full planning permission (Ref: 24/01444/FP) for the erection of 14 dwellings, comprising a mix of private and affordable housing, including 4 affordable units and a total gross floor area equating to 16,602sqft.
The planning application was approved by North Hertfordshire District Council on 18th September 2025, subject to signing of S106 agreement. The application includes provision of a new vehicular access point from Ashwell Street to the south, together with a publicly accessible open area of approximately 1.4 acres.
A separate application (ref: 22/03094/FP) was granted full planning consent on 13th June 2025 via appeal. This application also comprised 14 units, but with the inclusion of 5 affordable homes equating to 14,145sqft.
CIL
North Hertfordshire District Council does not currently have an adopted CIL charging schedule; therefore, no CIL will be payable.
TENURE
The site is to be sold freehold, with Vacant Possession.
EASEMENTS, WAYLEAVES & RIGHTS OF WAY
The site is offered subject to, and with the benefit or burden of all existing rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not specifically referred to in these sales particulars.
SERVICES
More information is included within the Information Pack, but prospective purchasers are advised to make and rely upon their own enquiries with the relevant service providers.
VAT
Prospective purchasers should be aware that the purchase price will be subject to VAT and all offers should be clearly stated as a figure plus VAT. Please refer to the bidding guidelines.
METHOD OF SALE
Offers are invited via informal tender with a bids to be submitted no later than 12 noon on Friday 21st November 2025. Prospective purchasers are directed to the Bidding Guidelines contained within the Information Pack for further information.
The vendors are not obliged to accept the highest or indeed any offer received.
INFORMATION PACK
Access to an Information Pack containing all relevant sales information, technical reports and planning information is available on request. For access, contact the Selling Agent.
INSPECTIONS
Inspections should be arranged by prior appointment with the Selling Agents.
Brochures
Land North of Ashwell Street, Ashwell
NEAREST STATIONS
Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode- Ashwell & Morden Station1.7 miles
- Baldock Station3.7 miles
- Arlesey Station5.2 miles
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