Housebuilder Keepmoat Homes has completed a major land deal in its native South Yorkshire.
The Dearne Valley site acquisition, on the eastern outskirts of Barnsley, will open up as £52 million development featuring 360 homes.
Previously owned by the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, Doncaster-headquartered Keepmoat will partner with Homes England and the local authority to deliver what is a third phase in the area.
School Street, Thurnscoe, will feature two, three and four-bedroom homes with off-street parking and private gardens, of which 5 per cent will be affordable housing.
Public open spaces and a children’s play area are also included in the consented proposal.
It comes just weeks after four land deals completed for Keepmoat in the region, creating a pipeline of more than 1,000 new builds.
Dan Crew, regional managing director at Keepmoat Homes, said: “We’re delighted to be continuing to work in partnership with Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council and Homes England to deliver our third phase in Thurnscoe.
“As a local developer, with our head office in Yorkshire, this acquisition is a positive step for our ambitious growth plans in South Yorkshire and following the success of previous developments in the area, it’s a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our presence in the town and cement our relationship with the council.
“The new homes are designed for both first time buyers and those looking to up-size, as well as providing much needed provision of more affordable homes. We are driven to make a big impact in the local area and aim to create a new community with open spaces and park facilities for everyone to enjoy.”
The first homes will become available to purchase at the start of 2021 and the development will take around nine years to complete.
