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Work starts on new homes

Work starts on the final phase of Ramsden’s revival

Demolition teams have moved in to start work on the final phase of the multi-million pound regeneration of the Ramsden Estate, in Orpington.  Ramsden

The Leader of Bromley Council, Councillor Stephen Carr and Councillor Graham Arthur, Portfolio Holder, Adult and Community Services joined residents and representatives from affordable housing provider Affinity Sutton to celebrate the bulldozers starting work on the final phase of transforming the 1960s estate on Tuesday 3 August at 10.30am.

In a joint venture between affordable housing provider Affinity Sutton and housebuilding and construction group Galliford Try – the third and final phase of development will see the eight remaining court blocks transformed into 111 new homes built - with 53 for private sale and 58 affordable homes.  The multi-million pound Ramsden Revival - started six years ago to revitalise the cramped 1960s estate.

The new homes have successfully achieved Secured by Design accreditation and are set to feature video door entry systems, living spaces overlooking parking, secure boundaries and cycle provision and defensive planting.  All the properties are built to lifetime homes standard.

Sue Cooper, Head of Housing (London) at Affinity Sutton, which manages more than 13,500 properties across Bromley, said: "It is fantastic that work has now started on transforming this the third and final phase of the Ramsden Estate. This redevelopment will breathe new life into the area and provide much-needed, well designed, affordable homes for local families.

“This marks the culmination of nearly a decade of work by our staff and resident groups."

Grandmother Susan Todd, a former resident who lived on the estate for 35 years, said:  “It is fantastic to see the old buildings coming down.  All of the old properties were flats and I think it will be great for families to finally have the chance of a home with a garden.  I really think the new development will be great for families and will go a long way in regenerating the area.”

Councillor Stephen Carr, Leader of Bromley Council, said:  “Bromley Council provided the funding for the first phase of this regeneration and I am delighted to see work begin on the next stage of the project.  This will see a development built to the highest quality and design.  Having supported Affinity Sutton throughout the planning and in obtaining funding of this next phase, we are very pleased this will result in real improvements to the environment of those living in the area as well as provide high quality housing.”

The first homes on the new look Ramsden Estate are expected to be completed in 2011.