Old railway yard to become residential hub

A former railway yard in Heaton, roughly two miles to the east of Newcastle’s city centre, is being transformed into a thriving residential community, thanks to a £37 million regeneration project.

Doncaster-headquartered UK housebuilder Keepmoat, in partnership with Network Rail, is delivering the Heaton Quarter development, which will replace 10.5 acres of disused brownfield land with 143 energy-efficient homes, helping “breathe new life” into the area.

The scheme, designed to meet diverse housing needs, includes seven affordable rent homes via Bernicia Housing and 41 rent-to-buy and other tenure options in partnership with Karbon Homes.

Ian Worgan, regional managing director at Keepmoat, North East, said: “We’re thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Network Rail as part of our strategic partnership model, delivering quality, sustainable homes in this regeneration project.

“We’re proud to play our part in building neighbourhoods for local people to enjoy now and in the future.”

Network Rail is also supporting the project with trackside biodiversity initiatives, complementing the creation of this modern, mixed-tenure neighbourhood.

Robin Dobson, group property director for Network Rail Property, added: “Creating successful partnerships, like the one we have with Keepmoat is a vital way of local communities benefiting from our underused railway land.

“Alongside contributing to much needed new homes, we are also ensuring this new neighbourhood positively contributes towards the biodiversity of the area.”     

With work already underway, the development reflects Keepmoat’s commitment to sustainable regeneration, with nearly 70 per cent of its projects located on brownfield sites.

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