We're doubling down on our commitment to delivering mix-tenure communities by striking a new deal with Torus, the North West’s biggest affordable homes provider.
The deal will see 106 of our homes made available for shared ownership, split evenly across Tulach in Wigan and Glisk in Ellesmere Port. Torus will also manage the ‘Jacob’s Place’ homes – our adapted property type for families with additional care needs – at each location.
It’s all part of our mission to deliver super sustainable, energy-efficient new homes and broaden tenure choice to meet local housing demand. It means, in both Wigan and Ellesmere Port, there’ll be design-led two, three and four-bed new build homes available for sale, shared ownership and rent.
Jo Allen, Head of Partnership and Development, said:
“There’s a nationwide housing shortage and, wherever we create our communities, we want to ensure we’re responding to local demand. We’re doing that by not only building some of the most high-quality and energy efficient properties on the market, but offering genuine choice. It means more people will be able to a call a Northstone house their home than ever before.
“We’ve always said mix-tenure models lead to much more diverse communities … and a direct answer to local housing and affordability challenges. This deal with Torus expands on the strides we’ve made in the last 12 months to break down barriers that have previously prevented many people accessing sustainable, high-quality new builds.”
The link between Northstone and Torus is a good cultural fit too – we both place an emphasis on delivering social value and impact, supporting local community initiatives to leave lasting positive legacy.
Claire Smith, Head of Housing Growth and Partnerships at Torus Developments, said:
“As a Group, Torus understands the power of housing-led regeneration and how building homes that meet the needs of local communities galvanises positive change – both for residents and the area – which is why we’re thrilled to be working with Northstone to bolster access to bespoke, fit-for-purpose homes in Wigan and Ellesmere Port.
“The ‘Jacob’s Place’ property type is something we’re incredibly proud of as it will give families the flexibility and space to live in a way that supports their family life and specific needs which Torus believes is what a great home should do; help people to thrive. This deal reflects our commitment to collaboration and true partnership working and we’re looking forward to continuing to expand our footprint across the North West, with Northstone.”
Residents are already calling Tulach in Wigan and Glisk in Ellesmere Port home. When complete, the brownfield sites will boast 268 and 218 homes respectively, with the properties set within biodiverse surroundings, with community green spaces and lush planting.
Since establishing in 2019 Northstone, part of Peel L&P, has gone from strength-to-strength. It currently has over 1,300 homes in the pipeline on sites totalling around 150 acres.
