New Homes Take Another Step Forward in Hartlepool

Plans for 1,260 new homes in Hartlepool look set to go ahead after receiving approval from Hartlepool Council.

A hybrid application by 5-star housebuilder Persimmon has been approved that would see 1,260 new homes built on land between the A689 and Brierton Lane.

Built in 5 phases, the development will provide a range of one-to-five-bedroom homes, with 121 properties being transferred to a local housing associations or sold at a reduced market rate.

A reserved matters application has now been submitted by the housebuilder for Phase 1 of the development, which will see the construction of 316 homes including bungalows and apartments.

A local centre including a primary school, medical centre, and restaurant will be developed alongside the new homes.

Persimmon will contribute over £6 million towards education provision and a further £1.2 million for improvements to Wolviston services and A689/A1185 junctions.

£200,000 will go towards local sports facilities with money also to be provided for new play equipment and improvements to existing play areas in the Manor House Ward.

Homes will be built to new building regulations and energy efficiency standards with EV chargers and solar panels helping reduce energy bills for homeowners.

Richard Holland, Land and Planning Director at Persimmon Teesside, said: “With the need for new housing rightly high up the political agenda, we’re delighted to be working on these exciting plans for new homes in Hartlepool.
“A range of properties will be available for homebuyers set amongst nearly 50 hectares of public open space with excellent pedestrian and cycle links into the town centre.
“We’re looking forward to working with the council, residents and local stakeholders to deliver these plans that will provide around £8 million of funding in local infrastructure.”