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Thrapston Road, Ellington, PE28

East of England

£180,000

Listed on 10/09/2026

The listing

Property details

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Type
Plot

Description

This unique development opportunity presents a rare chance to acquire a residential plot with planning permission granted for a four-bedroom dwelling, complete with a garage. Located on Thrapston Road in the village of Ellington, this plot offers the potential to create a bespoke home in a charming rural setting while still being within easy reach of larger towns such as Huntingdon and St Neots. Ellington is characterized by its traditional village feel, providing access to local footpaths and scenic countryside walks. Nearby, Grafham Water offers additional recreational opportunities for walking, cycling, and sailing, alongside further leisure and shopping facilities in the neighboring towns. Transport links are a significant advantage of this location, with Huntingdon railway station accessible by road, offering services to London King’s Cross and Peterborough. The A14 and A1 road networks are also within close proximity, ensuring convenient connections to Cambridge, Peterborough, and the Midlands. Local schooling options are available in surrounding villages and towns, with both primary and secondary schools accessible by car or school transport from Ellington. This detached land plot will appeal to those looking for a self-build or custom-build opportunity, with planning permission already in place for a four-bedroom dwelling with a garage, subject to the approved plans and conditions. Please note that the plot will be tidied prior to completion.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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47out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This is a unique development opportunity located in the quaint village of Ellington, with planning permission already granted for a four-bedroom dwelling with a garage. The asking price of £180,000 is notably below the average local sale price of £434,339, presenting a potentially attractive entry point for those looking to invest in a self-build project.

However, the plot is currently cluttered with debris, and the overall condition of the exterior is poor. This indicates that significant work will be necessary to prepare the site for construction. While the planning permission allows for the creation of a bespoke family home, buyers should be ready for a heavy project scale with a full-gut programme to bring the site to a build-ready state. In summary, there's a strong potential for value creation here, but it will require considerable effort and investment to realize that potential.

Key opportunities

  • Potential to create a bespoke four-bedroom home tailored to personal specifications.
  • The granted planning permission streamlines the development process, allowing for immediate commencement of construction.
  • The location offers a charming rural setting with access to nearby amenities and transport links.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a cluttered site indicate a full-gut programme is necessary, not a simple refresh.

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