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Havering Council has announced that plans are progressing for 1070 new homes, a primary school and more in Romford. Bridge Close is a dated industrial area close to Romford station and lies within the Romford ring road.
It is bounded by Waterloo Road and Oldchurch Road. Havering Council says that there is significant demand for additional housing in the borough particularly in a location like this one that is close to excellent public transport connections, shopping and leisure facilities.
Romford is also one of the busiest outer London shopping centres in the capital. In April 2018, Havering Council established a joint venture development vehicle with private sector partners.
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However in 2020, due to uncertainties around delays to the Elizabeth Line, private sector funding, and compounded by the Covid 19 pandemic, the council stepped in to provide the funding needed to deliver the scheme. The proposals will provide up to 1,070 new homes alongside a primary school and health services, as well as community and business space.
There will be a mix of private and affordable homes. The scheme will also provide public realm improvements, better access around Romford for pedestrians and cyclists as well as a revitalised River Rom with a new bridge crossing.
Subject to planning permission, the council expects to start on site with the first phase of construction in Summer 2025. They aim to deliver all new homes by 2030.
Havering Council said: "We are committed to delivering benefits to the local community through affordable high quality, energy-efficient housing fit for the future, new and improved communal and commercial spaces, and much-needed infrastructure and public realm improvements. As with all new homes developed through Council regeneration schemes, these new homes will be offered to local people first."
Cllr Graham Williamson, cabinet member for development and regeneration, said: "We are committed to creating a scheme that reflects the input and aspirations of our community. This addendum demonstrates our dedication to transparency and engagement throughout this process."