Work has started on site at Bakers Lane in Winsford, where Weaver Vale Housing Trust is delivering 34 new homes for social rent.
The development, on previously vacant brownfield land between Bakers Lane and Siddorn Street, will bring a mix of houses and cottage-style apartments to the area, which are expected to be complete in Spring 2028.
Ranging from one, two, three and four-bedrooms, the homes meet the Nationally Described Space Standard and match local housing needs – from larger family homes, to smaller homes for people setting up their first home, to homes that enable older people to downsize.
Plans for the development were shaped and revised through consultation, resulting in improvements to road layouts, parking arrangements and pedestrian access. New home zones will be developed to create a vibrant street scene, with walking and cycling links connecting the development to the surrounding area.
The homes will be delivered in partnership with affordable housing developer Adderstone Living, in partnership with property developer Chapter RE Ltd. The scheme has been supported by funding from Homes England.
Gemma Wood, Director of New Homes and Regeneration at Weaver Vale Housing Trust, said:
“Seeing spades in the ground at Bakers Lane is a really important moment for us, and for the people of Winsford who need a safe, affordable place to call home. These 34 high-quality social rented homes will make a real difference to local families.
“Bakers Lane reflects our wider commitment to providing safe, well-maintained homes and places to live – investing responsibly and delivering high-quality services that meet current housing needs and future demand.”