This is because in order to comply with Part M building regulations (Mobility access) the main door needs to have a level threshold ie ramped. DPC will always be under to door threshold so the ramped up grass either side is done to hide the bedding etc under the paving slabs.
Most times the dpc is not bridged and splashes from the ground on to the brickwork above the dpc during rain are unlikely if there is also a porch over the front door.
If you get damp brickwork in this area and green mould, report it to David Wilson Homes. They shoudl lower the ground either side to 150mm below the door threshold, perhaps tidying up the paving edges with some low level bricks.