Somerleyton Road 2, Brixton

Higgins Group has been chosen as development partner by Lambeth Council for the second phase of development in Somerleyton Road under proposals for a net-zero development of 363 new homes, of which 54 percent, 195 homes, would be affordable and 138 of these would be for social rent.

The second phase of development, which is still subject to planning permission being granted, also includes plans for 63 extra care homes, a two-story standalone community gym and improvements and upgrades to Somerleyton Road itself.

Councillor Danny Adilypour, Deputy Leader of the Council and Member for Sustainable Growth and New Homes said: “Appointing a delivery partner is an important step towards building desperately needed high quality and energy efficient new affordable homes, while maintaining our focus on maximising delivery of new homes at Social Rent. There are also important improvements to the local area and community benefits proposed.

“Through their commitment to excellent community engagement, I am looking forward to seeing the many opportunities that Higgins will provide to our residents throughout this project. From co-design sessions on the development plans to job and skills opportunities through the construction phase of the project, we will work together to bring positive social and economic impacts to Brixton and wider Lambeth.”

Following formal agreement of this partnership in July 2024, the pre-planning and resident engagement work for Somerleyton phase two are due to begin in Autumn 2024.