Deposit Unlock
Secure your new Persimmon home with only a 5% deposit
Secure a new build with only a 5% deposit
The Deposit Unlock scheme is a mortgage guarantee product that helps first-time buyers and home movers purchase selected new-build Persimmon homes. Developed through a partnership between the Home Builders Federation, lenders, and Gallagher Re, it enables participating mortgage providers to offer 90–95% loan-to-value mortgages. This means you can have a stylish new build home with just a 5% deposit, perfect for those looking to get onto the property ladder.
What is the Deposit Unlock scheme?
Deposit Unlock is a mortgage guarantee product that allows you to buy a new-build home with a deposit of just 5%. Using the scheme, first-time buyers and existing homeowners can secure selected new Persimmon homes up to the value of £750,000.*
How the scheme works
Developed in a collaboration between the Home Builders Federation (HBF), mortgage lenders, the housebuilding industry, and the scheme manager Gallagher Re, the scheme enables participating lenders to offer 90-95% LTV mortgages on new-build homes.
The product is backed by mortgage indemnity insurance to which Persimmon makes a financial contribution. The insurance covers the lender in the event of a loss as a result of repossession.
For full information please visit the scheme's dedicated website.
Deposit Unlock Scheme FAQs
Who can use the Deposit Unlock scheme?
Deposit Unlock is intended for first-time buyers and home movers with a low deposit. It's not available to buy-to-let borrowers.
Which homes can it be used on?
The offer is available on selected plots only and is subject to conditions. Following the withdrawal or termination of any offer, Persimmon reserves the right to extend, reintroduce or amend any such offer at any time.
Can it be used in conjunction with other schemes?
No, Deposit Unlock cannot be used at the same time as other Persimmon offers or incentives.
How is affordability calculated?
Each mortgage lender using the scheme (currently Nationwide, Newcastle Building Society and Accord Mortgages) will assess affordability in the normal way using their lending criteria.
What do I do next?
If you're interested in using the Deposit Unlock scheme on a new Persimmon home, search for your new home and contact us today.
Our friendly sales teams will connect you with a specialist New Build Mortgage Advisor to help arrange your Deposit Unlock application and mortgage. After that, you'll be on your way to moving into a brand new Persimmon home with just a 5% deposit.
*limits vary from lender to lender.
Persimmon Homes Ltd does not offer mortgage advice so any advice should be obtained from the mortgage advisor or lender.
