Neil Kelly

This former PLC housebuilder leads residential development in the East of England, helping landowners maximise the value of their land.

When landowners or developers choose to work with Neil, they’re picking an advisor who knows the process inside out. He knows in fine detail how development is delivered in the real world after 16 years in development - eight with national housebuilder Crest Nicolson.

Neil always makes it his business to spot all potential bumps in the road during residential development, so he can prepare his clients for the risks and opportunities ahead.

By leveraging his PLC knowledge and experience of the process, Neil advises landowners and developers on land promotion, appraisals and valuations in preparation for the disposal and acquisition of all types of land, always seeking to identify opportunities to optimise value and enhance marketability.

He was once directly responsible for £1bn of land across the east and south-east of England but it’s his ease in getting on with people that really sets him apart. Neil’s genuine and straight forward approach to development means his clients always know he is on their side.

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Land & Development

Transform your land holdings into thriving developments

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Residential Development

Unlock the value of your land with our local knowledge and regional perspective

Our insights

Insights 01.11.23

2023 has continued to see difficult trading conditions but there remains a consistent demand for good quality sites across the Oxford to Cambridge Arc and the wider regions in which Bidwells operate. Price sensitivity is often being managed through considered deferred payment profiles, while the challenging planning environment remains a key consideration across the market.

UK Residential Development Market Update: Navigating Headwinds in 2023

Insights 17.05.23

There has been limited activity in the land market since financial markets reacted negatively to the ‘Mini Budget’ last September, with fewer new sites being brought to market and a limited number of transactions taking place.

Residential Development Market Update

Reports & Briefings 10.01.23

Legacy development focuses on preserving and enhancing the natural environment for future generations. It is an increasingly popular approach to creating sustainable, livable communities that benefit the people within them and the surrounding environment.

Consider joining the Landowner-Led Legacy Development

Insights 06.10.22

Across the Oxford to Cambridge Arc, and the east and south eastern regions, Bidwells continues to see strong demand and competition for residential development sites.

Residential Development Market Update

Blog 02.07.20

We hosted a four-part webinar series discussing 'The Future of Residential Development'.

The Future of Residential Development - Webinar Series

Webinar 25.11.20

With central Government proposing an Arc-wide spatial strategy and four development corporations for the Arc, is MHCLG now striking the right balance with local policy-making to Build, Build, Build at the pace required?

Unleashing the Arc: Build, Build, Build