On this page you can find the latest information about the redevelopment of Calverley Close.

Latest news

Phase one handover approaching
August 2025

We’re pleased to share that phase one of the Calverley Close redevelopment is nearly complete, with 20 new homes due for handover.

All major works have been finished in the first 18 new homes due for handover. Final inspections and finishing touches are complete, and over the coming weeks these homes will undergo their final clean, ready for handover by mid-September. Residents will start moving into these homes shortly after this.

The remaining two adapted homes, designed to meet specific resident needs, are due to have their major adaptations installed and final decorations completed by the end of October.

Externally, the landscaped communal areas are ready to be enjoyed. These include the new pocket parks and a children’s playground, designed to provide welcoming spaces for the community.

Resident engagement update
Last month, residents took part in home viewings and a cost-of-living event, which explained the rent and service charges for their new homes. Feedback has been positive, and residents are excited to be moving in.

Our aftercare team is now providing one-to-one home demonstrations, making sure everyone feels confident using the equipment and features in their new homes.

Riverside has confirmed that residents for the first 18 completed homes can now start booking their moves. The first move is scheduled for 17 September. The final two adapted homes will be ready for residents to move into in November.

What’s next?
Once all residents have moved into their new phase one homes, Countryside will begin preparing for the demolition of the former properties. This will make way for the second phase of construction, a block of 32 flats.

We will continue to keep everyone updated on the programme and will provide advance notice of any works that may cause disruption to the local community.

Progress update
May 2025

We’re pleased to share the latest progress on the construction of the first 20 houses at Calverley Close. Internally, Countryside are finishing the decoration and final touches on nine houses. The remaining 11 houses will start decorations this month. After the final touches are complete, we will commission the electrical and mechanical equipment including cycling through the heating system to ensure all is working as it should.

Following on, Countryside will then carry out snagging, addressing any minor issues identified during inspections. Once completed, the homes will be handed over to Riverside, to carry out our own snagging process. Any issues we identify will be addressed by Countryside.

Externally, electrical and water connections, including meters, are now in place. Garden paving is complete, and we’re grading and paving the communal areas. Planting began a few weeks ago, with main trees in place. Wildflower and grass laying will start in late May.

We are currently arranging viewings for residents who are set to move into the first new homes, with these taking place next month.

Phase one construction update 
March 2025

Work on site is progressing well. Outside, the scaffolding has been removed from the façade, allowing the hard landscaping work to start on the terrace areas. The brickwork on the boundary walls is now complete. The next steps are installing electrical and water services. Once these are in place, Countryside can begin the soft landscaping.

Inside, work has picked up pace. All 20 new homes are now close to reaching the “white box” stage. This means the internal partitions, electrical wiring, plumbing, plasterboard, and plastering are all complete. In the first four homes, we have applied a white sealing coat, and work has started on flooring, kitchens, and doors.

Resident engagement
We’re currently working with Countryside to set a date for the 20 households moving in this phase to view their new homes. Over the coming months, we will be holding events with residents to discuss how the energy supply works, along with the cost of living in their new homes. We look forward to sharing more updates as we move closer to the completion of the first phase of construction.

Our latest update
January 2025

Construction on site is progressing smoothly. The brickwork is now complete, and most of the roofs have been waterproofed. This progress has enabled Countryside to begin the internal fit-out of the new homes, including installing screed and underfloor heating, followed by internal plasterboard partitions and mechanical and electrical services.

We’re entering an exciting phase, with the first 20 new homes on track for completion in spring 2025. Countryside remains committed to working closely with residents and the community to minimise any disruption.

Phase one construction update
November 2024

Construction is in full swing, with the brickwork exterior of the first new houses due to be completed ahead of the festive break and roof work starting soon after. Inside, the fitout will start with windows and doors being installed as well as the main staircases.

In the new year, scaffolding will come down, revealing the houses. Hard landscaping will begin around the garden areas of each house. Inside, Countryside will be moving forward with screeding, underfloor heating and constructing the internal partitions to allow the mechanical and electrical works to commence.