Brentford scheme delivers 197 affordable homes

A housing development in west London has delivered nearly 200 affordable homes as part of a wider mixed-tenure scheme aimed at supporting local families and first-time buyers.

Housing association Peabody has completed 197 affordable homes at Capital Interchange Way in Brentford within a 420-home development. 

The homes include 85 for social rent and 112 available through shared ownership.

Families on Hounslow Council’s housing waiting list have already begun moving into the social rent properties, while the shared ownership homes are designed to provide a more accessible route into home ownership.

James McMylor, managing director of development for Peabody’s north London region, said: “Affordable rent and shared ownership give people the chance to stay in the communities they know and love.

“It hasn’t been an easy scheme to deliver, especially in such a tough financial climate, but by working closely with our partners, we’ve created homes that will make a real difference for local people. 

“We’re looking forward to welcoming residents over the coming weeks and seeing this new neighbourhood come to life.” 

Peabody received more than £7 million in funding from the Greater London Authority to deliver the affordable homes, which it will own and manage long term.

The wider development also includes 223 homes for private rent alongside commercial and retail space totalling 45,000sq ft, supporting new jobs and activity in the growing Brentford town centre.

The project also created 58 training and employment opportunities during construction.

Tom Copley, deputy mayor of London for housing and residential development, added: “It’s great to see these affordable homes complete at Capital Interchange Way, offering communal spaces, green surroundings and excellent transport links. 

“I am delighted that funding from the mayor of London has helped bring much-needed affordable housing to the area, and this development shows what can be achieved when partners share a clear commitment to delivering for local people. 

“New shops, workspaces and training opportunities will also hugely benefit local residents, serving the wider community for years to come as we continue to build a better, fairer London for all.” 

Councillor Shantanu Rajawat, leader of Hounslow Council, added: “The completion of these new homes at Capital Interchange Way is a proud moment for our borough. 

“In partnership with Peabody and Telford Homes, we’re delivering 420 new homes, with half of them affordable, helping more local families put down roots in Hounslow. 

“This is about more than numbers, it’s about creating safe, secure homes and building communities where people can thrive.” 

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