Barratt Developments with a clear strategy focus, shares on the FTSE 100 radar

By Stefan Krueger, Long-Term & Business Model desk. Reviewed prior to publication on 2026-06-23, 12:34.

Barratt Developments (GB0000811801) is one of the largest UK housebuilders with a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange. The group operates alongside FTSE 100 peers such as Taylor Wimpey and Persimmon in a sector closely watched by domestic and international investors.

How Barratt builds its revenue

Barratt Developments generates the bulk of its revenue from building and selling residential properties across the UK, primarily under the Barratt Homes, David Wilson Homes and Barratt London brands, as outlined in its corporate profile on the investor relations website. The IR section details these core brands and activities.

The company typically acquires land, secures planning permission and then develops sites into new housing schemes, ranging from entry-level homes to higher-priced family properties. This integrated model allows Barratt to manage the entire value chain from land acquisition through to sales and aftercare services.

Position among UK housebuilders

Within the UK housebuilding sector, Barratt competes with listed peers such as Taylor Wimpey, Persimmon and Berkeley Group, which also focus on residential development and are followed by London-based analysts. Reuters provides an overview of Barratt in this competitive context.

These companies are often grouped together in analyst coverage of the UK housing market, with commentary focusing on land banks, build rates, reservation trends and average selling prices. This peer comparison shapes how investors assess Barratt’s business model and long-term positioning.

What the company sells

Barratt Developments focuses on residential properties for private buyers, including first-time purchasers and families, under brands such as Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes. The company also sells some units to housing associations and institutional investors as part of affordable and bulk purchase arrangements.

Where the stock trades today

The Barratt Developments shares (GB0000811801) trade on the London Stock Exchange in pounds sterling. The latest available quotes place the stock within the UK housebuilding segment on the FTSE indices.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities.