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4.8

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Looking at 80 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company throughout their property purchasing journey. Buyers often emphasize how smooth and straightforward the entire process feels from the initial enquiry up to the final handover day. Many customers frequently praise the dedicated sales advisors and site managers for their truly exceptional helpfulness, incredible patience, and transparent communication during every single stage. Though some customers noted minor snagging issues upon moving into their new homes, these small defects were quickly resolved by the highly responsive maintenance teams. People consistently highlight the outstanding overall quality of the build, the beautiful interior finishes, and the extremely reliable ongoing support provided long after the keys are received.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We feel incredibly lucky to have met Lisa at Longthorn Gardens in Shawfair, Edinburgh. Thanks to her, we were able to find the right home for us, something that wouldn’t have been possible witho... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the minute we entered the sales office at Longthorn Gardens, Shawfair, Lisa Ridley was so friendly and helpful. The information provided was extremely thorough, whilst Lisa also understood it wa... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Me and my partner bought a plot in Toryglen. Jan was so helpful from start to finish and always available to help us with any questions we had, even showing us around the show home more than once and... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We’ve had a great experience with Cruden, and particularly with Jan guiding us through the process of buying our first house. Everything has been so well explained at every stage and Jan has been more... See more

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Cruden Homes is one of Scotland’s largest independent housebuilders and developers. With a focus on placemaking and sustainable design, we have been delivering high quality new homes to communities across Scotland since 1943.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy home owners

Everyone at Cruden has been a pleasure to deal with both during and after the purchase of our new home at Hawkhead. Isobel and then Jan were so helpful during the purchase of our house and answered all of the questions that we had. After moving in our snags were handled with no issues and in a timely manner by Michael and Willie. We had heard some nightmare stories about new builds so were a little nervous, but Cruden have been nothing but helpful across the entire process.

2 April 2026
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Hello Sharon

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience.

We'll make sure this is shared with all of the team at Cruden.

Enjoy the long weekend.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New Home February

I was handed the keys to my new home in February and I have to say I have had a great experience. I was in contact with Mary who was great until the handover and since I have been in contact with Michael and Peter the site managers who have also been absolutely fantastic. The quality of the build is great and my snags were fixed promptly without fuss. A great experience all round!

6 February 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Michael,

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with the team.

Your feedback will be shared with everyone involved.

Wishing you every happiness in your new home.

Many thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruden New Homes

Whole process from first visit to getting the keys for my new home was positive due to the professionalism and patience shown by the Sales Manager Jan. Jan was so helpful in helping with issues I had mainly due to problems with the sale of my old house. Once we moved in any snagging issue was dealt with quickly by the on-site team led by Site Managers Michael and Willie . Even issues that have arisen since team left have been dealt with quickly by the Customer Service Team

8 August 2025
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Tony

Thank you for leaving your review. It's lovely to hear about your great experience with the team.

We'll make sure this is shared with the full team.

Wishing you all the best in your new home.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Customer Service Team at Cruden's Homes. My review is to acknowledge the support…

My review is to acknowledge the support of Brian Dewar and his Customer Service team and tradesmen at Cruden Homes.

When I raise new building snagging items from door
s, plumbing, drainage, sealants, carpets, and paintwork, Brian quickly arranges appointments to address these repairs efficiently and professionally. His team are fast, friendly, tidy and skilled in various trades, enabling swift solutions. Thanks for their customer support.

26 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Hugh

We’re delighted to hear about your positive experience with Brian Dewar and our Customer Service team.

It’s great to know that any snagging items have been handled promptly and professionally, and that the team’s efficiency, friendliness, and attention to detail have made a difference. We take a lot of pride in delivering a high standard of service, so your feedback is truly appreciated.

We’ll be sure to pass your kind comments on to Brian and the wider team.

Many thanks again for your feedback, and we hope you continue to enjoy your home.

Kind regards,
Cruden Homes

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Buying a new home

From the very start of showing interest buying a new Cruden home i dealt with Jan in the sales office. I have to say right from the start that Jan could not do enough to help me through the process she went above and beyond her role to help.

30 March 2025
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello William,

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience with our team.

We'll make sure this is shared with Jan.

Have a lovely week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very helpful

Lisa was incredibly helpful showing us around and telling us about the homes available at Longthorn Gardens. She answered my many questions and was very patient and understanding with our toddler running around. She made us feel comfortable and at ease, which isn’t easy when you’re looking at houses with a toddler.

29 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Brittany

Thank you for leaving your review. It's lovely to hear about your experience with Lisa

We'll make sure this is shared.

Have a great week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our new build experience…..

We have had the best of service from visiting the site to pick a home right through to beyond our move in date. We dealt with Maureen at the Wellwater Grove development at East Calder and she was so welcoming and went above and beyond to accommodate all of our requests. From moving in, Matt the Site Manager has been amazing, nothing is too much trouble and any niggles we had were dealt with quickly and efficiently. He also has gone above and beyond to help us with any issue we raised. To be honest, we were very apprehensive about buying a new build as we have heard some horror stories but the service we have received and the quality and design of our house put any fears to bed. We are more than happy with our new home and would thoroughly recommend Cruden Homes to everyone ❤️❤️❤️ thanks and appreciation to Maureen, Matt and all the workers behind the scenes xxxx

14 November 2025
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Good morning Mrs Kohler

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience.

We'll make sure this is shared with all of the team.

Have a lovely week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruden Homes West Craigs

We visited West Craigs Cruden homes in Edinburgh and from the start it was a very comfortable experience. They kept us informed at each step and we got the keys on time. Thanks to Ashely Ridley who made our journey a good experience.

26 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Sahil,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review. It’s always a pleasure to hear about your experience with our team.

We’ll be sure to pass your kind feedback on to Ashley.

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.

Many thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience from start to finish

Great experience from start to finish. Ashley has been amazing.

27 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Barry,

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience with our team.

We'll make sure this is shared with Ashley.

Have a lovely week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer care and friendly staff

Recently purchased our forever home with cruden and could not be happier with the service and care we have received, sales team Mary and Sarah were so helpful through the purchasing phase and on and after handover day Michael and the other site agents/management have delivered top class service with any issues and problems we have encountered and been on the ball to get everything sorted. Derek the painter is a credit to your team so professional and works to a high standard. Also very approachable and a friendly manner which is always nice to see. Very happy with the service so far!

27 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hi Fiona,

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.

It’s always incredibly rewarding to hear such positive feedback, and we’re delighted that we could play a part in your journey.

Wishing you all the happiness in your new home, and we hope it’s filled with wonderful memories for years to come.

Many thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From my 1st meeting with Ashley I just…

From my 1st meeting with Ashley I just knew that it was going to be the right decision - Ashley is an abs gem and her customer care is 2nd to none abs fantastic service from start to finish so quick to reply to any queries and an absolute credit to Cruden - the customer care team address any issues promptly also especially Shona - cannot fault Cruden would highly recommend - huge thank you to Ashley who made the whole process so easy

29 November 2025
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Jo,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your lovely review. It’s always a pleasure to hear about your experience with our team.

We’ll be sure to share your kind words Ashley and Shona, who will be especially pleased to know they made such a positive impression.

Wishing you a wonderful week ahead.

Many thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Smooth Transition to My New Home

​I recently moved into a new build by Cruden, and the entire process has been impressively smooth and straightforward. Having heard plenty of "new build" horror stories, I was cautiously optimistic, but Cruden has lived up to expectations.

​The Highlights:

​Seamless Handover: From the initial paperwork to moving day, the communication was clear and the timeline was respected.

​Proactive Snagging: As with any new house, there have been a few minor snagging issues. However, the team hasn't been dismissive; they’ve been quick to acknowledge the points and schedule the remediation work.

​Excellent Tradespeople: A special shout-out to Paul the painter, who was in today. He’s been great at touching up the finishing spots and ensuring everything looks sharp. It’s those small details! And having friendly, professional tradespeople on-site makes a big difference.

​Overall:
​I’m really happy with the quality of the build and the level of aftercare provided so far. If you're looking for a developer that actually follows through on build quality, I’d certainly recommend Cruden.

23 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hi Shaun,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review. It really means a lot to us, and it’s always a pleasure to hear about your experience with our team.

Your feedback was truly wonderful to read, and we’re so glad we could be part of your journey.

Wishing you all the very best in your new home, we hope you create many happy memories there!

Have a fantastic week.

Many thanks,
Cruden

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible company

Terrible company, customer service terrible, the way they treat their staff is horrendous. Do not use this company, they are on Scotland scammers, avoid at all costs.

2 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Good afternoon Keira

We’re sorry to hear about your experience and are disappointed to read your comments.

At Cruden Homes, we take all feedback seriously, including concerns about customer service and how we support both our customers and our team. We would welcome the opportunity to better understand your experience so we can investigate this fully.

If you’re willing, please contact us directly at Customerserviceteam@cruden.co.uk with further details so we can look into this for you.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention.

Kind regards
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Right from the off when we first walked…

Right from the off when we first walked into the portacabin we could not have been made to feel more welcome. Right through our cycle of seeing just a plan to getting our keys 2 weeks ago the customer service has been second to none. We were kept up to date right through the process and visited many times just to see how the build was going and every time we were welcomed by the Cruden team Especially Mary who you would think would be sick of the sight of me bugging her :) Even today popping in to ask about something extra Mary was more than happy to assist me. I cannot recommend Cruden highly enough, absolute professional service from start to finish (and beyond moving in)

6 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Steven

Thank you for leaving your review. It's lovely to hear about your great experience with the team, particularly Mary.

We'll make sure this is shared with Mary and the team.

Have a great week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

West Craig’s green - Ashley and Louis

From meeting Ashley and Louis the communication help and understanding we have received has been exemplary. Through delays to our entry date Ashley kept us informed every step of the way and became more like a friend. Cannot praise Louis enough for his first class communication skills and attention to detail. Anne and Ian. Flat 9

5 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Ian,

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience with our team.

We'll make sure this is shared with Ashley and Louis

Have a lovely week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruden Hawkhead Mews

We moved into our home in Hawkhead late January 2026. The overall experience was excellent from start to finish. Jan was absolutely fantastic with keeping us updated throughout and was always available to answer any questions. Jan was also very knowledgable regarding the development, local area and the sales process. Once we moved into our after sales with the site manager was first class. The overall build quality is excellent and while there were some minor issues that area pretty standard for new builds, all were fixed quickly. The site manager also had regular follow ups by the site team to check if anything else had come up. All in an absolutely great experience from start to finish.

23 January 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Good afternoon

Thank you for leaving your review. It's lovely to hear about your experience with our team at Hawkhead Mews.

We'll make sure this is shared with Jan.

Have a great week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cruden have been a great builder of our…

Cruden have been a great builder of our first new home. The entire process has been seemless when we bought our house in May-25. Matthew has been instrumental in the process and we couldn't recommend him and Cruden more. The house has been finished to a very high standard and the aftercare has been brilliant. Thank you Matthew and Cruden.

16 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Connor,

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience with our team.

We'll make sure this is shared with Matthew.

Have a lovely week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb customer service

I moved in to my new Cruden home in January 2026. Mary and Sarah Jane in the sales team were excellent, giving me advice and support through the sale and up to moving in. Since moving in Michael and Peter, the site managers, have been brilliant and are on hand to answer all of my questions and solve any issues with my new house.
I'm delighted with the quality of the build and love living in my new home. The superb customer service has made the whole process of buying and settling in easy.

15 March 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Mark

Thank you for leaving your review. It's lovely to hear about your great experience with the team.

We'll make sure this is shared with the full team.

Wishing you all the best in your new home.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional experience starting with…

Professional experience starting with our sales person - she communicated and kept us informed any questions or queries we had all answered.
After sale,any issue was dealt with efficiently and resolved, again with good communication. Customer service is excellent.

29 January 2026
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Hello Caroline,

Thank you for leaving your review. It's lovely to hear about your experience with our Sales and Customer Service team.

We'll make sure this is shared with the team.

Have a great week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Truly unbelievable that I made my 1st…

Truly unbelievable that I made my 1st home at West Craigs, Edinburgh and thanks to Cruden Homes to helping out to achieve my biggest dream ever in my life. They are well organised with process and advice the right at of people to get the things sorted with hassle free.
It's been more than 6 months and no issues so far. Their services are too good and a great follow up to check for any issues too. Thanks to Cruden.

25 July 2025
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Reply from Cruden Homes

Good afternoon Yugandhar

Thank you very much for leaving your review. It is aways lovely to hear about your experience with our team.

This is a truly wonderful review to read about your journey and experience.

Wishing you all the best in your new home.

Have a great week.

Many Thanks,
Cruden

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