Taylor Wimpey is one of the largest UK house-builders, with its head office in High Wycombe. It was formed though the sector changing merger of Taylor Woodrow and George Wimpey back in July 2007. Although principally UK-focused, it also has projects in Spain. Taylor Wimpey shares are traded on the London Stock Exchange and feature on the UK Index 100 Index.

Taylor Woodrow was founded in 1921 by a 16-year old Frank Taylor who borrowed money to build two houses in Blackpool was too young to form his own company. His uncle, Jack Woodrow, lent his name to the company and so Taylor Woodrow was born, eventually diversifying into temporary hospitals and general construction. George Wimpey founded his company in the 1880s, and while it was sold after his death in the early 1900s, the acquirer kept the name.

In 2017, Taylor Wimpey built over 14,000 new homes, including numerous affordable housing projects which accounted for 19% of completed plans. The residential developer has over 20 regional offices throughout England, Scotland and Wales and is a leading figure in the market for shareholders, clients and employees. Taylor Wimpey shares remain popular with pension and hedge funds.

The company specialises in creating a range of accommodations ranging from one and two-bedroom all the way up to to six-bedroom houses. Prices range from £100,000 to £3 million. Although Taylor Wimpey is associated with a number of other brands, including G2, George Wimpey, Bryant Homes and Laing Homes, the company focuses heavily on the Taylor Wimpey property and continues to build its reputation under the Taylor Wimpey name.

Taylor Wimpey operates 24 regional businesses throughout the UK with each one especially knowledgeable about the local area and market. On top of its housing development, the company invests in community centric ventures and infrastructure projects like roads, landscaping and sewer. Its housing projects are also focused on regeneration and land acquisition.