Join us for
New Homes Week
Monday 2 to Sunday 8 February 2026
New build homes give you
The Power To Move
Buy your new build home with confidence
New Homes Week 2026 will take place from Monday 2 to Sunday 8 February 2026 and this year we want to give you: The Power to Move into your perfect new-build home.
Discover the many advantages of buying a new-build home, from energy efficiency and lower running costs to hassle-free living and comprehensive warranties. And with dedicated support schemes and chain-free buying, starting the moving process is simpler than you might think.
Supported and delivered by the Home Builders Federation. New Homes Week 2026 is not just about celebrating new homes – we’re here to empower potential buyers.
Find out why new homes are a smart choice — with support every step of the way.
New Homes Week 2026’s Power to Move theme is all about empowering would-be home buyers with the trusted information and confidence they need to take their next step. Against an uncertain housing market, this national campaign aims to cut through the noise — giving people clear, practical guidance on how buying a new build home can work for them.
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Share your expertise and experience using the hashtags #NewHomesWeek #PowerToMove on Instagram @NewHomesWeek and TikTok @NewHomesWeek
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Organisations with HBF membership benefit from a range of exclusive resources to make it easier for you to take part in the campaign.
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Would you like to team up on activity for New Homes Week? We’d be happy to discuss ideas to partner up or share sponsorship opportunities.
Exploring new build power moments
The Power to Move
Buying a home is a big deal. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or experienced mover, let’s take a look at the key steps to buying a new build home. It’s good to be prepared, after all – giving you The Power to Move.
The Power to Enjoy
One of the benefits of buying a new build home is avoiding costly and time-consuming renovation work. Everything’s fresh and new, with warranties and guarantees for peace of mind. Spend your time and money on living, not fixing — giving you The Power to Enjoy.
The Power to Trust
With improved standards, 94% of today’s new build home buyers recommending their builder to a friend, and independent protection through the consumer code, the majority of buyers also benefit from the New Homes Ombudsman too —giving you The Power to Trust.
The Power to Buy
Whether you are interested in low deposit mortgage options like Own New, or need help with marketing and selling your current home, there are a number of buying schemes and incentives available to make buying a home simpler and more affordable – giving you The Power to Buy.
The Power to Save
Homes built today are designed with sustainability in mind, making them significantly more energy efficient than older properties. This means you could reduce the amount of power you use and cut your monthly energy bills. Put energy efficiency high on the list — giving you The Power To Save.
The Power to Relax
Picture this: an all-new home, free from hidden horrible histories and nothing but nice surprises, with the added peace of mind of a 10/-year warranty and 2-year builder guarantee — giving you The Power to Relax.
The Power to Belong
Moving home marks an exciting fresh chapter. Whether moving locally or relocating, explore how the shared fresh start and thought-fully designed spaces help to build that true sense of home – giving you The Power to Belong.
Research: Watt a Save: The new build advantage
A new report from the Home Builders Federation (HBF) and Octopus Energy has revealed that modern, energy-efficient new build homes offer significant cost savings and major reductions in household carbon emissions compared to older properties.
The report, Watt a Save, compares energy usage between new and older housing stock, demonstrating that properties built to current industry standards consistently deliver lower energy consumption, reduced running costs, and a substantially smaller carbon footprint
New Homes Week events
Gleeson Why Buy New Event
Several of Gleeson’s East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire developments are hosting a ‘Why Buy New’ event.
Recognise a development from the below list? Pop in on Saturday 7 February for some expert insight. Cooper’s Meadow | Hillcrest Gardens | Holton Croft | Kingston Fields | Mariner’s View | Phoenix Meadows | Pinfold Park I Sands Reach | Poppy Fields | Bracken Park
Saturday 7 February – no need to book
David Wilson Homes Part Exchange event
Have a home to sell? Come and speak to the experts about how we can help you move into a new home this spring.
Saturday 7 February – no need to book
Barratt Homes First Time Buyer event
Find out about buying a new home, ideal for first time buyers. Ask questions to our helpful financial advisors and sales team on the day.
Saturday 7 February – to attend, book an appointment
Barratt Homes Linstock house type event
Barratt Homes is opening the doors to its Linstock house type to help you get a feel for the design and layout. Find a variety of schemes available to help you move and ask questions to our helpful financial advisors on the day.
Nursery Fields Barratt Homes, Chalcraft Lane, North Bersted, West Sussex, PO21 5TS
Saturday 7 February – to attend, book an appointment
David Wilson Homes First Time Buyer event
Find out about buying a new home, ideal for first time buyers. Ask questions to our helpful financial advisors and sales team on the day.
Forest Walk David Wilson Homes, 1 Arle Road, Curbridge, Southampton, SO30 2JG
Saturday 7 February – to attend, book an appointment
David Wilson Homes Part Exchange event
Find out about the Part Exchange scheme and ask helpful financial advisors questions on the day.
Sylvan Meadows Tye Lane, Walberton, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 0PS
Saturday 7 February – to attend, book an appointment
David Wilson Homes Part Exchange event
Find out about the Part Exchange scheme and ask helpful financial advisors questions on the day. A Nominated Mortgage Advisor and local estate agent will be on hand to offer free advice.
Complementary pizza and drinks will be available.
Treledan, Saltash, Cornwall, PL12 6PR
Saturday 7 February – no need to book.
Our supporters
Homeowner stories
“We were looking at new builds after deciding that our cottage required too much maintenance and we wanted to move to something which would be less demanding.”
“There is a lot of green open space on the development and we like the fact that the houses are not built on top of each other. When we look out we can see over the nearby fields.
“The biggest difference with renovating and older property compared with this opne is cost and time, because there’s always hidden problems with older properties”
“When we looked at new builds we looked at energy bills and energy ratings. When we got a smart metre we couldn’t believe how cheap it is.”
“When we looked at new builds we looked at energy bills and energy ratings. When we got a smart metre we couldn’t believe how cheap it is.”