New energy-efficient homes for local families
More local families are set to move into brand-new, affordable, and energy-efficient homes in Middlecroft and Staveley, as Chesterfield Borough Council continues to expand its housing supply across the borough, building on Rightmove’s 2025 Happy at Home survey, which named Chesterfield one of the happiest places to live in the East Midlands for the third year in a row.
Earlier this year, the council handed over the keys to four bungalows on Ringwood Avenue and Court Place, and now even more local families will benefit from the completion of a further nine new homes in the area.
The final phase of the project includes four two-bed bungalows on Wensley Way, two two-bedroom houses on Paisley Close, and three two-bedroom houses at Aston Court, all of which will be let to residents on the council’s housing register.
All homes are designed to achieve an A-rated EPC and are equipped with air-source heat pumps to provide hot water and underfloor heating, eliminating the need for gas boilers.
Solar panels have also been installed, designed to generate more energy than the homes are expected to use.
Each property features open-plan kitchens and dining areas, generous storage, and well-proportioned bedrooms. Large windows maximise natural light, while high-quality insulation and energy-efficient installations help create a warm, comfortable, and cost-effective living environment.
Outside, each home has a private garden for children to play and families to enjoy, along with dedicated parking. The bungalows have level access and are designed so lifts or ceiling hoists can be added in the future, allowing tenants to live independently for longer.
Fortem Solutions Ltd has delivered the project.
Councillor Jean Innes, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for housing, said:
“We’re really pleased that this project is now completed and are ready to hand over the keys so that even more local families can enjoy their new homes.
When planning for these new build homes, we wanted to ensure that we can provide homes that meet the needs of our tenants both now and in the future – providing homes for life. That’s why we’ve designed these bungalows in a way that adaptations, such as installing lifts and hoists, can be installed easily should they be needed in the future which ensures people can live independently in their homes for longer.
All of the homes also have A-rated energy efficiency, meaning that they can keep their homes warm throughout the year, whilst keeping energy bills down.”
Russ Gale – Senior Project Manager at Fortem Solutions Ltd, said:
“Our team has delivered eight adapted bungalows and five houses that are thoughtfully designed to support modern living and future needs. Not only do they look great, but they also provide long-term comfort, accessibility and help to reduce fuel poverty.
To support Chesterfield Borough Council’s net zero targets, we have introduced air source heat pumps, solar panels and underfloor heating. Now all homes have A-rated EPC’s, demonstrating their efficient energy performance.
It has been a privilege to play our part in supporting Chesterfield Borough Council to deliver new homes to residents and, we wish every family many happy years there.”
Find out more about living in Chesterfield at: www.chesterfield.co.uk/living
