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THIS AWARD WILL FOCUS NOT ONLY ON THE DESIGN AND QUALITY OF THE PROPERTIES BUILT, BUT ALSO ON ALL ASPECTS OF THE DEVELOPER’S PERFORMANCE. PRIVATE DEVELOPER OF THE YEAR
DANDARA
Independent housebuilder Dandara creates beautiful new homes across the UK. Properties, starting from just £152,995, are built using traditional craft skills, with architectural detailing that is varied to suit local communities. Inside, they are carefully finished with a high-level of specification, including contemporary fitted kitchens and stylish bathrooms. Most feature a private turfed garden and all have a driveway, garage or parking. Dandara is renowned for its customer service, rated the top developer in the country by Trustpilot, with 91% of customers giving it five stars. It has also achieved 5* status in the Home Builders Federation (HBF) New Homes Survey six years in a row, and won more than 100 industry awards for design and quality. With superb sales information, show homes, a range of tenures, and incentives including contributions to deposits, energy costs, Stamp Duty along with mortgage help, Dandara demonstrates its long-term commitment to supporting first time buyers.
LONDON SQUARE
London Square is an award-winning developer committed to making homeownership a reality for first time buyers across Greater London. Through its affordable housing arm, Square Roots Shared Ownership brand, 146 first time buyers completed purchases in 2025, supported by mortgage workshops, financial education and one- to-one guidance. Strong partnerships with local councils and housing associations underpin affordable housing delivery, with a tenure-blind approach ensuring every buyer benefits from the same high standards of design, specification and service. Innovative outreach, including a partnership with @TheGirliesGuide and the Write Your Own Headlines campaign, breaks down barriers and builds confidence among underrepresented buyers. Attendance at the London Home Shows generated 756 leads in 2025. This commitment is reinforced by a Platinum Award from In-house Research in 2026 and Gold for previous seven consecutive years. Backed by Aldar, London Square continues to expand across the capital, combining quality homes, community values and an industry leading safety record.
WESTON HOMES
Award-winning family-owned developer Weston Homes delivers on its promise that homes are “Built with passion, delivered with pride”. It uses cutting-edge modern methods of construction to create properties that are beautifully designed, sustainable and superbly well-equipped, with an unrivalled specification. Each development, such as flagship Abbey Quay, offers easy access to transport, green spaces and leisure, and provides appealing communal spaces to build vibrant communities. With over half of its customers being first time buyers, Weston Homes specialises in a customer journey that supports buyers every step of the way. Beginning with crystal clear websites with costs fully explained and downloadable brochures, first time buyers can explore their options in stylish marketing suites, staffed by friendly experts in first time buyer schemes. Communication continues through purchase and beyond, independently verified with a 4.5 score on Trustpilot and an In-house Research Gold Award for customer service confirming 96% of customers would recommend Weston Homes.
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