What is a new build home?
A new build home is a house built from the ground up on a cleared plot, a garden plot or a replacement-dwelling site. We work with plot owners and self-builders to design, gain approvals and build the house, either to a fixed design or from initial ideas.
How much does a new build home cost in Leicester?
In Leicester, a new build home typically costs £1,900–£3,050 per m² of floor area (build cost), including VAT at 0% (zero-rated for qualifying new dwellings). For a typical 150 m² project that is roughly £285,000–£457,500. Building costs in the East Midlands run about 5% below the UK average, and the figures for Leicester are adjusted to reflect that. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (105 m²) | £199,500–£320,000 |
| Typical project (150 m²) | £285,000–£457,500 |
| Larger project (210 m²) | £399,000–£640,500 |
| Rate per m² | £1,900–£3,050 |
Your quote will depend mainly on:
- External works and landscaping
- Size and complexity of the house
- Ground conditions and foundations
- Services connections
A guide range is only a starting point: the guide price tool gives an instant figure for your size, and a free survey turns it into a fixed quote.
Do you need planning permission for a new build home in Leicester?
Here is how the rules work for a new build home in England. In England a new home needs full planning permission (or permission in principle followed by technical details consent). Councils assess design, access, neighbours and drainage, and the Community Infrastructure Levy may apply, though self-builders can claim an exemption before starting.
Building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver. The work is inspected at key stages, such as foundations, drainage and insulation, and a completion certificate is issued at the end.
If the answer is not clear-cut, we can apply for formal confirmation before you commit to the build.
What we handle
The work we manage on a new build home:
- Structural and services design
- Groundworks, foundations and drainage
- Internal fit-out and finishes
- Mechanical and electrical installation
- Site appraisal and feasibility
- Design and planning application
How long does it take?
Allow 9 to 14 months on site for a typical house. Allow time beforehand for drawings and approvals, usually 4 to 9 months.
Building in Leicester
In the East Midlands, many estates built since the 1960s have integral garages that convert well into a study or bedroom.
Our Leicester coverage includes postcode districts LE1 and LE19, and we also work in nearby places such as Oadby, Wigston Magna and Earl Shilton.
How it works
- 01
Free visit
We look at the property, talk through what you want and measure up. There is no charge and no obligation.
- 02
Design and fixed quote
Drawings, structural calculations and an itemised, fixed price for the agreed specification.
- 03
Approvals in place
We handle planning, building control and neighbour notices before work starts.
- 04
Build and handover
Work follows the agreed programme, with inspections along the way and a completion certificate at the end.
Questions about new build homes in Leicester
Do I need planning permission?
Yes. A new dwelling always needs full planning permission (or permission in principle followed by technical details consent in England).
How much does a new build home cost in Leicester?
In Leicester, a new build home typically costs £1,900–£3,050 per m² of floor area (build cost), including VAT at 0% (zero-rated for qualifying new dwellings). A typical 150 m² project comes to roughly £285,000–£457,500. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Is VAT charged on building a new house?
Construction services for a new dwelling are normally zero-rated when supplied by a VAT-registered builder. Self-builders who buy materials directly can reclaim VAT through HMRC’s DIY housebuilders scheme.
How long does a new build home take in Leicester?
Typically 9 to 14 months on site for a typical house. Design and approvals beforehand usually take 4 to 9 months.
What warranty will a new home need?
Lenders usually require a structural warranty or a professional consultant’s certificate. The warranty is arranged before work starts, and the provider inspects the build at key stages.