Castleward Housing Development: Final Phase Seeks Planning Permission for 167 New Homes

Strategic Insights -

The latest phase of the massive Castleward housing development in Derby is set to bring an additional 167 new homes to the area, including 30% affordable housing. The project, which is a partnership between Derby City Council, Compendium Living, Lovell Partnerships, and Homes England, has already seen significant progress with the completion of four phases. The fifth and final phase will cover a larger area, including Canal Street and New Street in Castleward, just outside the city centre. The development is part of a £100million scheme that will provide a total of 700 new homes, green space, and nearly 35,000 square feet of commercial retail space.

Key Takeaways:

  • Phase five of the Castleward housing development will see 167 new homes built, with 30% listed as "affordable homes".
  • The development is a partnership between Derby City Council, Compendium Living, Lovell Partnerships, and Homes England.
  • The project will provide a total of 700 new homes, green space, and nearly 35,000 square feet of commercial retail space.
  • The scheme has already breathed new life into the city centre brownfield site, providing hundreds of new homes, a new school, new independent businesses, and a more attractive route between the Derbion and the railway station.
  • The fourth phase of the scheme, which started last autumn, comprises 112 new homes, split across two sites.
  • The new homes will be a mix of four-storey apartments and houses, offering a mix of high-quality housing in the area for the people of Derby.
  • Councillor Shiraz Khan, city council cabinet member for housing, strategic planning, and regulatory services, is excited to see the final phase begin and believes it will help build a Derby to be proud of.
  • Bruce Lister, Managing Director of Compendium Living, is delighted with the plans for the next phase and takes great pride in delivering this massive project alongside partners.

Statistics:

  • Total development cost: £100million
  • Total number of new homes: 700
  • Square footage of commercial retail space: nearly 35,000 square feet
  • Number of new homes in phase five: 167
  • Percentage of affordable homes in phase five: 30%
  • Number of new homes in the fourth phase: 112

Sources:

  • "Homes England"
  • "Derby City Council"
  • "Compendium Living"
  • "Lovell Partnerships"
  • "Bruce Lister, Managing Director of Compendium Living"