Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes, part of the UK’s leading housebuilder Barratt Redrow, have injected £79.9million in the Scottish economy for the year ending 29 June 2025 through its North Scotland division, reinforcing their role as key contributors to economic growth, housing delivery and employment across the country.
The premium housebuilders operate across the North, East and West of the country. Through its North division alone, a total of 454 new homes were brought to market, including 16 affordable homes. Underlining their commitment to sustainability, 99% of all homes achieved an EPC rating of A or B, with most homes providing access to renewable energy sources such as solar thermal panels, solar PV and air-source heat pumps.
With 90% of materials manufactured or assembled in the UK, Barratt and David Wilson Homes directly and indirectly supported 1,390 jobs across its North division, its sub-contractors and suppliers. They also generated an estimated £64m in total spend with suppliers and sub-contractors.
David Palmer, Managing Director, Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes North Scotland
The two businesses continue to create high quality communities in some of Scotland’s most scenic and popular locations, from Countesswells in Aberdeen to Nairn in the Highlands. In 2026, the homebuilders will also begin construction on 400 homes at its Milton of Leys development in Inverness, creating a sustainable new neighbourhood.
Together, Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Scotland made £3.3m in local contributions, creating 140 new school places in communities and generating more than £14.3m in tax revenues for reinvestment across the region.
The housebuilders' approach to purposeful building focuses on creating long-term value through sustainable, inclusive communities. Affordable homes are sold at an average of 34% below equivalent private market prices, helping more people access high-quality, energy-efficient housing.
Environmental commitment remains central to delivery, with six hectares of green space created through public open spaces and private gardens in North Scotland alongside the installation of 166 electric vehicle charging points. They also supported 21 graduates, apprentices and trainees through its various skills programmes.
David Palmer, Managing Director, Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes North Scotland, said: “At Barratt and David Wilson Homes, our purpose is to create strong communities where sustainable living is a reality for everyone. In 2025, we continued to deliver against this commitment, making a meaningful contribution to the Scottish economy, local communities and businesses.
“It is particularly encouraging to see the growth in skills and employment opportunities, and we remain firmly committed to investing in the future of our young people and our industry.
“Scotland continues to face a significant housing challenge. While we are proud of the difference we have made in delivering high-quality, energy-efficient homes so far, we recognise that there is still much more to do to ensure everyone can access housing that meets the needs of modern living.
“Looking ahead, 2026 will be a landmark year for Barratt and David Wilson Homes as we begin construction on significant developments like Milton of Leys in Inverness. Across all our projects, our commitment to people, places and nature will remain at the heart of everything we do.”
Other key findings from Barratt and David Wilson Homes North Scotland’s 2025 socio-economic report include:
- £64 million total spend with 189 sub-contractor companies and 287 supplier companies.
- £17.6 million invested in physical works benefiting local communities, including highways, environmental improvements, affordable housing and community facilities.
- £13 million annual spending in local shops and services by residents of new homes, supporting 126 retail and service-related jobs.
- £42,500 in charitable donations made directly or via the Barratt Redrow Foundation and 552 hours of employee volunteering.
- £33.8 million of land approved for future investment.
- 14 nature interventions installed, including integrated nesting bricks and the creation of hedgehog highway routes.
The assessment was carried out by independent experts who analysed socio-economic impacts through the delivery chain for new housing based upon Barratt Redrow datasets, published research and national statistics.
For more information about Barratt and David Wilson Homes, please visit www.barratthomes.co.uk/ and https://www.dwh.co.uk/