Irthlingborough Road East, Wellingborough, NN8 1TQ
Listed 13 Oct 2026 · Wellingborough
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Key features
- Prime residential development opportunity with existing planning consent
- Site approx. 1,293.2 sq.m (0.320 acres/0.129 hectares)
- Planning permission for 17 apartments with parking (scheme requires amending to maximum 13 apartment
- Total gross internal area of 11,748 sq.ft. (excluding communal areas)
- Planning application number NW/23/00062/REM
- Site located on Stanton Cross
- Railway station less than 1 mile away with direct access to London St Pancras International
- Excellent road networks
- Lots of local amenities
About this home
Prime Residential Development Opportunity with Existing Planning Consent
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a strategically located residential development site within the highly sought-after Stanton Cross Development, one of Northamptonshire's most significant regeneration and growth areas.
The site extends to approximately 1,293.2 sq.m (0.320 acres / 0.129 hectares) and currently has planning permission for 17 apartments which the purchaser will need to amend the consented scheme to a maximum of 13 apartments, with a total gross internal floor area of approximately 11,748 sq.ft. Planning Application number NW/23/00062/REM.
This represents an attractive opportunity for developers, investors and housebuilders seeking a well-positioned site within an established and rapidly expanding residential community in an attractive location adjacent to existing and ongoing residential development.
Stanton Cross is a landmark mixed-use regeneration project on the eastern edge of Wellingborough that will ultimately deliver approximately 3,650 new homes, employment opportunities, community facilities, retail provision and extensive open spaces. The development has been designed as a sustainable new community with significant investment in infrastructure, public transport, education and recreational amenities.
The wider Stanton Cross scheme includes:
New neighbourhood and local centres. Retail, office and commercial space. Primary schools and nursery provision. Community facilities and healthcare services. Extensive walking and cycling routes. New public transport infrastructure and station improvements. Large areas of landscaped open space and parkland. Location & Amenities
The site enjoys a highly accessible location close to the centre of Wellingborough and within easy reach of a wide range of amenities.
Wellingborough Railway Station is less than one mile away, providing direct services to London St Pancras in under one hour and the area benefits from excellent road communications via the A45, A509, A14 and M1, providing convenient access throughout Northamptonshire and the wider Midlands region.
Local amenities include:
Stanton Cross Primary School. Nursery and childcare facilities. Planned neighbourhood centre with convenience retail and community facilities. Future retail units, gym and commercial space. Wellingborough town centre shopping and leisure amenities. Nearby supermarkets, restaurants and cafes. Country park, riverside walks and green open spaces. Opportunity
This site offers an excellent opportunity to deliver a high-quality apartment scheme within one of the region's most ambitious and well-connected new communities.
Property details
- Property type
- Land
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
Location
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- Wellingborough Station0.6 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in NN8 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £255k · detached £353k · terraced £195k · flat £130k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 30 Jan 2026 | £289,803 |
| 67 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1GP | Detached, new build Freehold | 28 Nov 2025 | £370,000 |
| 22 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 3 Oct 2025 | £275,855 |
| 34 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 28 Aug 2025 | £277,253 |
| 69 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1GP | Detached, new build Freehold | 21 Jul 2025 | £410,000 |
| 36 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 2 Jul 2025 | £281,953 |
| 32 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 30 Jun 2025 | £270,702 |
| 28 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 30 Jun 2025 | £281,953 |
| 14 Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Terraced, new build Freehold | 29 Apr 2025 | £273,552 |
| Flat 4, 6, Irthlingborough Road East Wellingborough NN8 1TQ | Flat, new build Leasehold | 31 Mar 2025 | £158,352 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by Richard James Estate Agents, Wellingborough on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 13 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026.
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