Our Story
From small renovation projects to large scale developments, Paul Highfield built his career by learning through real projects and sharing that experience with others.
Paul Highfield began his journey in property development in the late 1980s. After leaving school at fifteen, he entered the building industry and quickly developed a strong understanding of how projects are built from the ground up.
By the age of nineteen, he had completed his first development project. Over the years, he worked across a wide range of developments, learning through both successful projects and challenging market conditions.
As his experience grew, Paul moved beyond construction into full development. He learned how to identify opportunities, manage risk, and make decisions that shape real projects from start to finish.
Today, Paul is one of the founding Directors of the award-winning Rockwell Homes, a leading housebuilder in the Home Counties. His journey reflects decades of real-world learning, built not though theory, but through hands-on experience across every stage of development.
The Highfield Property Network was created to help aspiring developers access real knowledge, practical guidance, and a community of people actively building property projects.
Lessons from real development projects
Connect with developers and industry professionals
Guidance from an experienced property developer
Resources and knowledge to help developers grow
Watch how Paul built his career in property development and why he created the Highfield Property Network to support the next generation of developers.
Successful development projects require more than construction knowledge. They require planning, patience and the ability to manage risk.
Over the years Paul developed a practical approach that focuses on sustainable projects, careful financial planning and long term growth rather than short term speculation.
Instead of chasing quick wins, the focus is on understanding each opportunity in detail. Every project is approached with a clear strategy, realistic expectations and a strong awareness of potential risks.
At its core, the approach is about building projects that work in the real world, creating value over time and developing a mindset that allows long term growth in property development.
For anyone looking to succeed in property regardless of their age or stage in life.
No, HPN is designed for those with an interest and passion for property. Whether you are at the beginning of your journey or a seasoned developer. HPN exists to help you grow.
We specialise in Property Development.
You will learn what you need to know about property development and doing land deals. You don’t cover areas such as buy to rent, how to be landlord or HMOs for example.
No, you just need an understanding of how to find and secure the right deal. Find the deal, secure the deal and people have to work with you. Remember, education and support are far more important than big cash reserves.
No, Just a desire and a commitment to learn.
In a number of ways. We don’t just offer courses. Our aim is to support you on your journey, helping you to avoid costly mistakes and maximise the potential of the deals you do. We are here to support you throughout your journey and that’s why we offer so much mentoring, networking, ongoing education and support even during your deals. You’ll also become part of an incredibly supportive community who are on your side 100%.
You’ll have complete freedom to learn at your own pace and we are here to support you throughout.
It can be quicker but, realistically, even our own deals tend to see something tangible between 9 months and two years. That’s why we suggest a commitment to 2 years of membership. You can choose after your first year though, it’s up to you.
Either through your own login to our course portal or via our very own HPN app.
Er..no! He started with nothing but he learnt from the very best in the industry. And that’s the key, he learned from the best.
Paul has done more than £125 million worth of property deals over the past 35 years (many of which you can see for yourself on this website as well as his property development company’s site – www.rockwellhomes.co.uk). Paul is an active developer and currently has a pipeline of £200 million+. He has also weathered a number of global financial crises so knows what it takes to ride the ups and downs of the property market, surviving and thriving.
Yes absolutely! We won’t just leave you to it, monthly mentoring, immersive days and networking will continue for as long as you are a member.
