Buy a home with us

Making home ownership feel simpler.

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones, and we believe it should feel achievable, positive and well supported.

We offer a range of ways to buy to help make owning a new home feel more accessible – whether you’re buying for the first time, moving up, or taking your next step.

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The right route for you

We work with trusted partners to offer options that
can help at different stages of life, including:

Standard purchase

Buying outright with full ownership from day one.

Deposit unlock

Helping you buy a new home with a smaller deposit.

First homes

Homes available at a discounted price for eligible local buyers.

Shared ownership

Buy a share of your home and pay rent on the remaining portion

Why buy with Wates Residential?

Everything you need to feel at home

A legacy of trust

Wates has been building homes for over a century, and being family owned means we take a long term view.

We focus on doing things properly, building trust through quality, care and standing by what we deliver.

A simpler way to buy

Buying a home should feel exciting, not stressful.

We keep things clear and straightforward, with a friendly team on hand to guide you from your first enquiry right through to moving in.

Homes designed for real life

Our homes are designed with layouts that make sense, spaces that feel comfortable and materials chosen to last.

We also think about the future, building homes that are energy efficient and cheaper to run.

Communities that flourish

A home is about more than the front door.

We put time and care into the neighbourhoods we create, supporting local connections, shared spaces and communities where people feel at ease and supported.

Why buy a new build home?

A new build home offers peace of mind from day one. Everything is brand new, designed to modern standards and built with today’s lifestyles in mind.

Our homes are carefully planned with practical layouts, energy‑efficient features and lower running costs, helping you feel comfortable and confident from the moment you move in.

You’ll also benefit from warranties and fewer unexpected repairs, giving you more freedom to focus on settling in.

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