Great Northern Road, Derby, DE1 1EU · View on map
Friar Gate is a new-build development by Wavensmere Homes at Great Northern Road, Derby DE1 1EU. It has 276 2-bedroom houses across 1 property type, with prices from £285,000. 0 of the 276 homes are currently available, each with air-source heat pump and an EV charger.
Details taken from Wavensmere Homes's website on 20 October 2026; not yet confirmed by Wavensmere Homes.
Each type has its own floorplan and specification. Open a type to see full details and availability.
On the shoulder of Derby city centre, this inspiring collection of exceptional apartments and modern homes will form the heart of a new community. The redevelopment at the former Friar Gate Goods Yard will deliver an extraordinary mixed-use development, featuring 227 elegant two- and three-bedroom townhouses, and a stunning four-storey apartment building with 49 contemporary apartments. All homes will benefit from air-source heat pumps, solar PV panels, and EV charging as part of the embedded sustainability features. The scheme will offer a range of premium amenities, including a first-class health and fitness space, a vibrant restaurant and delicatessen, along with thoughtfully designed gardens. This unique project will bring new life to two iconic Grade II listed buildings: the 19th-Century Bonded Warehouse and Engine House, seamlessly blending historical charm with contemporary living. The steps up to the historic Friar Gate Bridge, will also be transformed into a dynamic community space, retaining some of the original railway arch facades to honour its rich heritage. Perfectly positioned, Friar Gate is just a five-minute walk away from Derby’s bustling city centre and only 1.2 miles away from Derby Train Station. Prepare to experience a harmonious blend of history, convenience, and modern comfort.
Established in 2015 and based in Edgbaston, Birmingham, Wavensmere Homes specialises in urban regeneration, taking on large, complex brownfield sites with their own history and character. It turns derelict landmarks and redundant urban sites into new communities of houses and apartments, retaining heritage features and building in sustainability from the materials up.
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