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300 new homes coming to Chesterfield with eco-friendly vision

A 301-home development has been launched in Ashgate, Chesterfield, which is set designed to help in meeting local housing needs.

Tilia Homes, part of the untypical group, has officially launched its Forest Edge development in Ashgate, prioritising sustainability as part of the development.

The recent launch event was attended by Amerjit Atwal, Managing Director of untypical’s central region; Councillor Jenny Flood, Mayor of Chesterfield; and a range of local guests, including representatives from nearby schools and community groups. Guests enjoyed speeches from both, followed by a tour of the newly unveiled show homes.

Councillor Jenny Flood, Mayor of Chesterfield, said: “I’m really pleased to see Forest Edge bringing new, eco-friendly homes to Chesterfield. The show homes are absolutely stunning and really give a sense of the quality and care going into this development. With features like air source heat pumps and electric vehicle chargers, Forest Edge is helping us build a greener future for our community.”

Forest Edge offers a range of three, four, and five-bedroom homes (from £289,500) featuring a mix of brick, stone, and render exteriors to complement the local landscape.  The development includes sustainable drainage ponds and retains over 40% green space, alongside a 400-metre open watercourse and native fruit tree orchard to enhance biodiversity.

Amerjit Atwal, Managing Director of untypical’s central region, said: “Forest Edge reflects our commitment to building communities, not just houses. We’re proud to deliver quality, environmentally conscious homes while investing in Chesterfield’s future.”

Tilia Homes remains committed to keeping local residents informed and engaged throughout the build, working closely with schools and councillors as the development progresses. The company is also maintaining protected trees on-site, with plans for future management of green spaces to be handed over to residents through a dedicated management company.

For more information or to arrange a visit, please call 01246 808316 or visit the web page.

 

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New £5.4m development delivers 26 affordable homes in Chesterfield

Dozens of affordable properties have been developed in Chesterfield, bringing new life to a previously disused space.

The former unused land off Swaddale Avenue has been transformed into a thriving community of 26 affordable homes. The development has been officially opened by Nottingham Community Housing Association (NCHA) in partnership with MyPad.

The thoughtfully-designed scheme offers a range of homes, including two-bed bungalows, and two and three-bed houses to rent or purchase via shared ownership. The affordable rent homes have been let to people on Chesterfield Borough Council’s housing waiting list, and will be managed by NCHA. All but the final few homes are already occupied.

The homes have been built sensitively and with energy efficiency in mind. Built by MyPad and designed by Player Roberts and Bell Architects, the homes have been given an energy rating of ‘B’.

The new scheme was officially opened with a celebration event to mark the completion of the development and the positive impact it will have on the local community. It was attended by representatives from Chesterfield Borough Council and MyPad.

Councillor Tricia Gilby, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council and member for the Brimington South ward, said: “We are really pleased to see residents moving into their new homes after NCHA completed their development here in Chesterfield.

“These homes provide a range of affordable options for residents and give them the opportunity to either rent a property or get their foot on the housing ladder. The development has also brought a mix of housing types to the area, including sought after bungalows.

“As a council it is one of our main priorities to increase the number of affordable homes in the area and have a strong relationship with housing providers like NCHA who can help us to achieve this.

“I would like to thank NCHA for investing in our borough, our residents and communities, and I look forward to many more successful developments coming to life in the future.”

This £5.4 million initiative was made possible through a collaborative funding effort between NCHA and Homes England, which aligns with NCHA’s Strategic Partnership for 2021-2028, aimed at delivering affordable housing across the East Midlands.

Allan Fisher, NCHA’s Director of Development and Sustainability, expressed his enthusiasm for the project. “We’re delighted to be building much-needed affordable homes in Chesterfield, where demand for quality housing continues to grow. These new homes are part of our commitment to invest in the area and build a strong portfolio of affordable, sustainable homes that support local communities.”

The transformation of the site represents a significant step towards addressing the ongoing need for affordable, well managed housing in Chesterfield.

Find out more about why Chesterfield is an ideal location to live and work: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/about-chesterfield/

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Major milestone in partnership between Banner Jones and Stancliffe Homes

Two Chesterfield Champion businesses are celebrating a key milestone in their long-standing partnership.

Banner Jones has recently advised on the sale of Stancliffe Homes’ 200th property and supported the acquisition of its eighth residential development site.

The announcement highlights the strength of the East Midlands housing market, where sustained demand and ongoing investment in strategic land continue to drive growth in both new build completions and housing starts.

Stancliffe Homes, a privately owned house builder headquartered in Derbyshire, has worked with Banner Jones since 2018, drawing on the firm’s legal expertise across land acquisition, planning agreements, funding, and plot sales. Together, the partnership has supported the delivery of high-quality housing in locations including Worksop, Wingerworth, Bolsover, Tansley and Mansfield.

In March alone, Stancliffe Homes completed 23 new homes across its sites – each built with the company’s hallmark attention to detail and design quality. In the same month, the housebuilder was also awarded the highest award possible by the Housebuilders Federation for customer satisfaction.

The firm also has several live planning applications, including for new developments in Darley Dale, Wingerworth, Calow, Bolsover and Rutland – all of which will continue to contribute to housing growth and local economic activity across the region.

With an ambitious pipeline and plans to deliver a further 300 homes by the end of 2028, Stancliffe Homes continues to play a key role in supporting regional housing delivery and economic growth.

Andrew Fielder, Director and Head of Business Legal Services at Banner Jones, said: “This milestone reflects the success of our collaboration and the strength of the East Midlands housing sector more broadly. We’re proud to be working alongside a developer like Stancliffe Homes, whose commitment to quality and regional investment is evident in every project.”

“Beyond delivering much-needed homes, these developments create jobs, drive supply chain opportunities, and support the growth of communities across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.”

Sam Jones, Managing Director at Stancliffe Homes, added: “We’re proud of what we’ve achieved so far, and our partnership with Banner Jones has played a key role in that. Their team understands the fast-moving nature of residential development and consistently delivers pragmatic legal advice that supports our long-term growth.”

“We’re continuing to invest in land, people, and new opportunities – and with a strong pipeline of projects in planning, we’re looking forward to building on our success throughout 2025 and beyond.”

Banner Jones’ Business Legal Services team supports property developers, landowners and investors with a full range of commercial legal services, from real estate and planning law to corporate transactions and finance.

Stancliffe Homes and Banner Jones support the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 230 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Over £30m to be invested in council housing across Chesterfield

Over £30 million is to be invested into council homes across Chesterfield over the next financial year – as part of Chesterfield Borough Council’s continued commitment to providing affordable, decent homes for people across the borough.

The Housing Capital Programme for 2025/26 was approved at a meeting of Full Council on Wednesday 26 February 2025 and sets out the investment priorities for the next financial year.

At the heart of the Housing Capital Programme is safety and compliance, which remains the highest priority for the council. Throughout the 2025/26 programme, £4.4 million will be invested into properties to further enhance safety – including the replacement of smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, asbestos management and removal, and replacement of communal lighting.

This investment will ensure that the council achieves 100% compliance in relation to the standards set by the Regulator for Social Housing.

Modernisation and refurbishment of the council’s existing homes remains a key priority in the council’s programme, with £17 million set to be invested in its housing stock. This will see the continuation of kitchen improvements and roofing upgrades, as well as a significant contribution to improving the energy efficiency of homes, in line with the council’s climate strategy.

Significant steps towards improving the energy efficiency of its homes are already ongoing – with a decarbonisation project underway at Brocklehurst Court which will see carbon emissions reduced by up to 80%. A bid has also been submitted to the Government’s social housing decarbonisation fund which would enable £6 million to be invested to improve the energy efficiency of over 800 homes.

As well as investing in its existing property, the council remains committed to increasing its housing supply – with the construction of further high quality, A-rated bungalows already underway in Middlecroft. A further scheme is also set to begin in Mastin Moor this year to bring a further 18 new build homes to the borough, whilst other sites have also been identified for the council to purchase properties.

Councillor Jean Innes, Chesterfield Borough Council’s cabinet member for housing, said: “Our aim, as always, is to enhance Chesterfield’s housing offer and ensure we can provide affordable high-quality homes, and achieve and maintain a 100% decent homes standard.

“Our newly approved capital programme set out our strong commitment to achieving this and how we are improving our homes to ensure they meet the needs of the people of Chesterfield, as well actively contributing to the climate change agenda by ensuring all homes are energy efficient.”

Chesterfield is rated one of the best places in the UK to raise a family and the happiest town in the East Midlands. Find out more about living in our town here: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/about-chesterfield/living/

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Housing boost for the East Midlands with 1,500 homes to be built on brownfield sites

Nearly 1500 homes are set to be built on brownfield sites across the region following a cash boost from East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA).

A dozen schemes in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire have been identified for grants to support housing development on brownfield land through the government’s Brownfield Housing Fund, which has allocated nearly £17million to EMCCA to deliver the developments.

Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, who called for more homes to be built on brownfield sites during her campaign to be elected as the East Midlands’ first Mayor said: “I’m delighted we’ve been able to kickstart a housing revolution across the region so quickly and begin the challenges of delivering the homes people here need.

“These housing developments will see under-used sites brought back into life in our cities and communities with work starting on some sites. This is a significant stride toward unleashing the potential of brownfield regeneration across our region.”

EMCCA received 50 expressions of interest in bidding for funding for schemes across the region. Independent experts Cushman and Wakefield assessed the applications based on criteria including the ability to get schemes underway quickly.

Now the schemes will undergo further due diligence exercises ahead of business cases for each development being submitted to EMCCA’s Board for final approval.

“It’s really encouraging that applications for this funding were oversubscribed and I’m now working with Government to develop more opportunities for new homes on brownfield land and seeking support for extra funding to get more schemes underway.

“We’re also talking to Homes England about other ways to kickstart housebuilding across the region.”

Ben Pretty, Partner in Cushman & Wakefield’s national land, development and planning team said: “We received a high number of quality expressions of interest and have been through a rigorous sifting process to identify those most aligned to the EMCCA and MHCLG criteria. We look forward to working with EMCCA and scheme promoters to progress the 12 shortlisted schemes through to delivery on site to unlock around 1,500 new homes across the region.”

Jo Nugent, MPP Midlands Director at Homes England said: “Transforming brownfield sites into new communities with much needed new homes should benefit residents across the East Midlands. We’ve been working in partnership with EMCCA to bring these brownfield sites forward, and we now look forward to continuing to support these developments, providing expertise for the due diligence stage, and, ultimately, deliver high-quality homes, and thriving places in the East Midlands.”

If you’re looking for a perfect location and quality of life for you and your family, look no further than Chesterfield. Find out more about the fantastic quality of life in our town at: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/about-chesterfield/living/

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New strategy approved to meet housing needs in Chesterfield

A new three-year strategy – which outlines how Chesterfield Borough Council will ensure all local residents have access to a quality home that meets their needs – has been approved.

The strategy sets out the council’s housing ambitions from 2024 to 2027 for housing of all tenures across the borough – with the aim of ensuring that everyone in the community can access good quality, affordable and well managed homes.

The new strategy has been developed in line with consultation feedback received from tenants, residents and elected members.

It sets out the programme of activities and initiatives that the council will deliver over the next three years and identifies seven key priorities for the housing service to focus on:

  • Continuing to deliver more homes by building more properties
  • Providing homes that are affordable
  • Investing in and improving the quality of existing homes
  • Climate change and decarbonisation
  • Following legislation set out in the Social Housing Regulation Act 2023
  • The provision of specialist and supported accommodation
  • Tackling homelessness and rough sleeping

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Councillor Jean Innes, cabinet member for housing, said: “We understand that a home is much more than just bricks and mortar and our new housing strategy highlights how we can improve the range of homes available across the borough and help to improve the lives of local people.

“The strategy does not just focus on council properties. It also highlights how we are going to work with all of our residents to ensure they can access quality accommodation that meets their needs.

“The strategy has been developed at what continues to be a challenging time for local government, as well as for our communities – as we all face the impact of rising inflation, the increased cost of living, the legacy of the pandemic, and greater demand for housing services both locally and nationally.

“But despite this challenging context we remain determined in our commitment to ensure everyone in our borough can access an affordable and quality home and our newly adopted strategy sets out how we will achieve this.

“We really value the thoughts of our local residents and partners and are always looking for ways that they can have their say and help to shape our services. That is why we wanted to consult with them on the new strategy and have taken their feedback on board to make sure that it focuses on the most relevant issues which will allow us to make the greatest impact over the next three years.”

The strategy has a strong role to play in helping the council reach its target of becoming a carbon neutral borough by 2050, by establishing plans to decarbonise its own housing stock and support the decarbonisation of the borough’s private sector housing stock.

As well as ensuring its own stock meets the government’s Decent Homes Standard, the council will also enforce conditions in the private rented sector to ensure that private landlords supply good quality, healthy and safe private rented properties.

The full strategy is available to view at www.chesterfield.gov.uk/housing-strategy

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Living in Chesterfield

Chesterfield is centrally located in the heart of England with close proximity to the Peak District National Park and several major UK cities.

Did you know our town is rated the 2nd best place in the UK to raise a family, and the happiest place to live in the East Midlands? Find out more about living in Chesterfield at: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/about-chesterfield/living/

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Approval granted for 143 new homes in Mastin Moor

A housebuilder has recently secured planning permission to build 143 homes for the first phase of a four phase development in Mastin Moor, near Staveley.

The 15 acres of land will be acquired by Harron Homes from the Devonshire Group, who support community growth through a variety of businesses and charities, as well as being custodians of heritage assets in Derbyshire and across the UK.

Devonshire Group will also provide a Construction Skills Hub which will become a practical base for construction training and provide work experience for future learners. Learn more about the Construction Skills Hub here.

As part of its planning application, Harron has committed to the inclusion of a selection of two and four-bedroom affordable homes.

The development will also consist of a tree-lined spine road linking the development to the local area and provide publicly accessible open space and landscaping, significantly enhancing the biodiversity on site.

Located in the picturesque village of Mastin Moor, the development is to be called Low Ridding and will be made up of a collection of two, three four and five-bedroom homes, perfect for families looking for a slice of peaceful rural life with all the conveniences of modern living.

Surrounded by peaceful countryside and only a short 12-mile drive from the Peak District there’s plenty to explore in the local area and with great links to neighbouring towns and cities such as Barlborough, Chesterfield and Sheffield, it’s a great spot for commuters with easy access to the M1.

Infrastructure work will commence from May 2024 with the first homes looking to be built later this autumn.

Andrew Priestley, Land Director for Harron Homes North Midlands, said, “Mastin Moor is the perfect location for commuters and families wanting a change of pace. We’re excited to make progress on Low Ridding, and we look forward to sharing more updates soon.”

The Devonshire Group supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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More than 160 new energy-efficient homes to be built in Bolsover

Chesterfield housebuilder, Woodall Homes has secured a resolution to grant permission at Bolsover District’s Planning Committee this week for one of the firm’s biggest developments to date.

The development lies on the countryside edge of Bolsover and will comprise 161 energy-efficient properties, with a mixture of one to five-bedroom homes, including bungalows.

Accessed by a new tree-lined link road connecting Shuttlewood Road and Oxcroft Lane, the scheme will feature broad swathes of attractive, accessible open spaces, with multifunctional green infrastructure, landscape corridors, wildlife-friendly habitats and a local play area for community use, along with pedestrian and cycle connections linking to Bolsover’s amenities.

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Darren Abbott, Planning Director at Woodall Homes said: “We are absolutely delighted to have secured a successful resolution to grant full planning permission for our new site in Bolsover. This will be one of our largest developments and will make a significant contribution to achieving our targeted growth as a business in the coming years. It will cater for a wide range of needs within the area, providing accommodation perfect for couples, families and buyers who are ready to downsize.”

Committed to their sustainability pledge, Woodall Homes strives to deliver excellent developments which nurture safe and inviting communities and their previous work within the area at Scarsdale Green is an outstanding example of how these communities are built.

For more information about Woodall Homes and their work within Derbyshire, visit: https://woodallhomes.co.uk/

Rated the 2nd best place in the UK to raise a family, and the happiest place to live in the East Midlands, Chesterfield has so much to offer. Find out more about the wide range of benefits associated with living here for you and your family here: https://www.chesterfield.co.uk/about-chesterfield/living/

Woodall Homes supports the marketing and economic growth of the town through Chesterfield Champions, a network of over 200 organisations across Chesterfield and North Derbyshire.

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Work completed on luxury Chesterfield town centre apartments

The creation of 55 high-spec apartments in a prominent Chesterfield town centre building has been completed less than a year after work began.

The project has come in bang on schedule, and a launch date for the new apartments above shops in Burlington Street is taking place today (Friday, March 15).

Nottingham-based developer ALB Group has achieved a “first” for the company in its conversion of the town centre space.

As part of the redevelopment, an extra floor has been added at the top of the building, providing an additional 13 apartments, many of which have the benefit of a balcony.

Arran Bailey, managing director of ALB Group, said he was delighted with the end result.

“The result is unbelievable,” he said. “Not only has it made the existing building look so much more appealing and modern, but it has also created some apartments with fabulous outside space.

“The upper two floors of the building have now been remodelled while the ground floor remains in use for commercial retailers.”

Tenants currently occupying the commercial space on the ground floor include H Samuel, Betfred, and Max Speilman.

Arran said: “It’s the first time we have added an extra storey onto a block, and it’s turned out fantastically – we are very pleased with the results.”

The development has taken just 51 weeks from work starting until finish.

“We are extremely happy with how this redevelopment has turned out,” said Arran. “It has transformed the high street, breathing new life in this part of the town, while also providing high specification ‘must have’ apartments for the people of Chesterfield.”

ALB is committed to championing improvements in town and city centres across the country. The firm has made recent property purchases in Norwich, Stoke-on-Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Peterborough, Ipswich, Huddersfield and Birkenhead, where footfall has since seen significant increases.

Rated the 2nd best place in the UK to raise a family, and the happiest place to live in the East Midlands, our town has so much to offer. Find out more about living in Chesterfield here. 

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Chesterfield homes to get a new lease of life in major renovation

A section of houses in Chesterfield which have been unoccupied for many years are now being brought back to life, following an exciting collaboration between two property businesses.

The buildings at 18-20 Highfield Road date back over 150 years, and are now being restored into high-end and co-living homes.

Once complete, the properties will be managed by Dovedale Property Lettings, who are working alongside Property Projects Group on the revamp.

The works will also greatly improve the energy efficiency of the properties, with plenty of insulation being installed ready for the arrival of new occupants.

Rick Cusimano, Co-Owner of Dovedale Property Lettings explained the story behind the exciting project: “Overgrown with trees and weeds, the houses were barely visible from the road for many years.

“I first became aware of them around 5 years ago, when I tried to make some enquiries to locate the owners, to no avail. Eventually, I saw them go up for auction and immediately knew I had to try and restore them if I could.

“Mark-Jonathan Wilkinson from Property Projects Group shared my vision for bringing these properties back into use and after a few visits he decided to take it on! His team is doing a great job over there.”

“With super-fast broadband and modern decor, these will be stunning places to live. I’m incredibly excited to be able to restore these houses to high-end homes, it’ll be an incredible transformation. Work is progressing well and we’re hoping to be able to officially launch in August this year!”

In addition, Rick also explained the many strengths Chesterfield has for people looking to locate themselves or their families: “I’m a huge advocate for Chesterfield, it has so much potential, with excellent transport links north and south, and the Peak District on the doorstep, it has an enviable location and a huge charm and character with its iconic crooked spire and mock tudor buildings.

“We’re so excited to see the regeneration and development happening within the town, and we’re delighted to be helping, one property at a time!”

Keep up-to-date with the project on the Property Projects Group Linkedin page and the Dovedale Property Lettings website.

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Affordable green homes now open in Clay Cross

A scheme of 11 new affordable-rent homes has been officially opened in Clay Cross.

At the opening, visitors from North East Derbyshire District Council visited the development to take a look at the new energy efficient homes which they helped to fund.

This gas-free development consists of 11 two bedroom houses and bungalows, all for affordable rent which will be managed by NCHA and let through NEDDC’s Rykneld Homes system.

The development, designed by Pelham Architects, is in keeping with the local built environment, building on the positive characteristics of the area to provide a responsive and sustainable residential scheme.

Funding from North East Derbyshire District Council has ensured that the housing meets an enhanced EPC A rating. With solar panels, under-floor heating, air-source heat pumps and high-end insulation, these homes will deliver both a low carbon footprint and help reduce energy costs for the new residents.

Claudine Edwards, New Business and Development Manager for NCHA commented: “It’s fantastic to visit the site and take a look around these new homes.

“As part of NCHA’s commitment to developing environmentally sustainable homes and communities, this gas-free site is full of green energy solutions and will offer lower energy costs for the new residents.” She went on to thank partners in the build, Modus Partnerships for “their work in helping us to bring our vision to reality.”

The new homes are fully occupied and a new community is beginning to take shape.

North East Derbyshire District Council Leader, Cllr Nigel Barker said; “We are really proud to have been able to contribute to this innovative and exciting new housing development in partnership with NCHA.

“The 11 new affordable homes for rent are highly efficient, helping to lower the energy bills for the families who will call these properties home.

“We have committed in our Council Plan to building more affordable homes for rent across the district and developments such as this one with NCHA is exactly what the district needs.”

The development, costing around £2.3m, was funded by NCHA, Homes England and NEDDC. The homes contribute towards NCHA’s Strategic Partnership with Homes England to deliver new, affordable homes across the East Midlands and East of England.

Simon Preston, Director, Modus Partnerships said: “We’re delighted to have worked in partnership with NCHA and NEDDC to deliver these high-quality homes in an area of much needed demand. Pelham Architects provided us with an excellent design service that allowed us to meet the aspirations of a high energy efficient scheme.”

Find out more about living in Chesterfield.

 

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