Brightwell Lakes benefits from excellent transport links, situated beside the A12 just north of Ipswich. To the south, the A12 joins the A14, providing easy access to Colchester, Chelmsford and the M25.
Brightwell Lakes is also convenient for bus and rail travel, with a number of bus routes and railway stations nearby.
Cycling and walking is at the heart of Brightwell Lakes. To encourage a greener and healthier lifestyle, there is an extensive network of cycle and pedestrian paths connecting the neighbourhood.