Homebuilder to bring boost of more than 400 jobs near Grantham

Barratt Homes North Midlands has announced that its new development in Leicestershire will underpin approximately 466 jobs for local people.

A computer-generated image of Barratt Homes’ King’s Meadow

The leading developer is set to deliver a total of 233 new homes to its upcoming King’s Meadow development in Melton Mowbray, on Kirby Lane, which is set to provide the jobs to workers in the area throughout the development process.

The housebuilder predominately employs local sub-contractors and tradesmen, including apprentices, so local businesses and people will benefit directly from the jobs.

Mark Cotes, Managing Director at Barratt Homes North Midlands, said: “Our new development in Melton Mowbray will provide much needed housing in the Leicestershire area. This is also great news for the local economy with the jobs that will be underpinned whilst we’re building the new homes.

“We aim to support local sub-contractors and tradesmen where possible to ensure the areas in which we build benefit directly from our developments.

“Our dedicated team at Barratt Homes are very much looking forward to helping people find the right homes for them at our well-anticipated King’s Meadow development.”

Located just outside of Melton Mowbray, King’s Meadow will allow for comfortable travel to and from Leicester, as well as convenient links to the M1, A46 and A607.

With Twinlakes Park nearby as well as a variety of country walks, there’s something for all the family, whether it’s a thrilling day out or a at a comfortable pace amidst beautiful surroundings.

With a range of amenities nearby such as Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, an array of bars, pubs and restaurants in Melton Mowbray town centre, residents will have everything on their doorstep.

Melton Sports Village also provides excellent facilities for those looking to get some exercise in, and there are local street markets which run every Tuesday and Saturday.

For more information on the new homes at King’s Meadow, please call the Barratt Homes sales team on 033 3355 8472 or visit https://www.barratthomes.co.uk/.