New housing in Wrekenton, including autism-friendly homes
This year Gateshead Council is proud to be delivering a multi-million pound mixed-tenure development at Whitley Court, Wrekenton. An ex-brownfield site, which previously housed garages and other council buildings, will see 44 new homes built, giving residents quality housing options to suit their individual requirements.
Four bungalows and 12 apartments will be directly commissioned by Gateshead Council as supported accommodation for people with autism and learning difficulties. The scheme will include a sensory garden.
20 new two- and three-bedroomed general needs houses will be built, charging an affordable rent. They will be advertised through the Tyne and Wear Homes choice-based lettings scheme.
Eight houses will be offered as Shared Ownership, which will give those who do not currently own a home the opportunity to do so. With Shared Ownership, the customer buys a share of the home and pays affordable rent on the remaining share. The buyer has the option to increase their share over time, all the way to 100% ownership.
The Council's strategic partner Homes England (opens new window) has praised the development for offering high-quality mixed-tenure homes alongside the supported accommodation and associated facilities.
Cllr John Adams, Gateshead Council's Cabinet Member for Housing, recently visited the site. He said: "As a Special Needs teacher of children with autism, I am delighted that we have been able to build these homes for people who deserve the very best accommodation. I am sure that the local community will welcome these tenants into the area.
I also think this is a great first step to achieving our aim to build 400 new homes in the next ten years. It is a vote of confidence in the future of Wrekenton.
Read more about shared ownership on the Gov.uk website. (opens new window). For an informal chat, contact our Home Ownership Team on 0191 433 5395 or 5396.
(image left to right) Housing Growth Coordinator Luke Wrigley, John Scully from Vistry, and Cllr John Adams on site at Whitley Court
This year Gateshead Council is proud to be delivering a multi-million pound mixed-tenure development at Whitley Court, Wrekenton. An ex-brownfield site, which previously housed garages and other council buildings, will see 44 new homes built, giving residents quality housing options to suit their individual requirements.
Four bungalows and 12 apartments will be directly commissioned by Gateshead Council as supported accommodation for people with autism and learning difficulties. The scheme will include a sensory garden.
20 new two- and three-bedroomed general needs houses will be built, charging an affordable rent. They will be advertised through the Tyne and Wear Homes choice-based lettings scheme.
Eight houses will be offered as Shared Ownership, which will give those who do not currently own a home the opportunity to do so. With Shared Ownership, the customer buys a share of the home and pays affordable rent on the remaining share. The buyer has the option to increase their share over time, all the way to 100% ownership.
The Council's strategic partner Homes England (opens new window) has praised the development for offering high-quality mixed-tenure homes alongside the supported accommodation and associated facilities.
Cllr John Adams, Gateshead Council's Cabinet Member for Housing, recently visited the site. He said: "As a Special Needs teacher of children with autism, I am delighted that we have been able to build these homes for people who deserve the very best accommodation. I am sure that the local community will welcome these tenants into the area.
I also think this is a great first step to achieving our aim to build 400 new homes in the next ten years. It is a vote of confidence in the future of Wrekenton.
Read more about shared ownership on the Gov.uk website. (opens new window). For an informal chat, contact our Home Ownership Team on 0191 433 5395 or 5396.
(image left to right) Housing Growth Coordinator Luke Wrigley, John Scully from Vistry, and Cllr John Adams on site at Whitley Court
