North Star invests £1.6 million in Teesdale homes

A Tees Valley housing provider has completed a major investment programme to improve home quality and energy efficiency across a largely rural community.

North Star Housing Group has invested more than £1.6 million to upgrade 72 homes, primarily in Teesdale, delivering a wide-ranging programme of roofing and insulation works.

Completed between November 2024 and November 2025, the programme covered properties in Gainford, Evenwood, Woodland and Cotherstone, alongside a small number in Middlesbrough and Thornaby. 

Works included 97 roof replacements, the removal of redundant chimney stacks, external rendering and targeted loft and cavity wall insulation upgrades.

While most homes already met EPC C standards, the insulation improvements were delivered alongside roof works to boost comfort, improve energy performance and reduce disruption for residents.

Paula Aungiers, asset and sustainability manager at North Star Housing Group, said: “This programme has delivered lasting improvements to customers’ homes, improving comfort, energy efficiency and appearance. 

“It’s a clear example of our commitment to investing in sustainable, energy-efficient homes while ensuring that customers feel supported and valued throughout the process.”

The programme was delivered in partnership with Evenii and Zero Carbon Group.

Dean Goyns, company director at Evenii, added: “We’re very proud to be working in partnership with North Star to deliver roofing improvements that help keep homes safe and secure for the local community.”

Danielle Garland, client services director at Zero Carbon Group, added: “Throughout the programme, North Star has placed customer satisfaction at the forefront of every decision. 

“We look forward to continuing our long-term relationship with the organisation.”

The investment forms part of North Star’s wider asset plan, with further retrofit energy works and new low-carbon homes in Darlington planned for 2026.

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