Esh delivers housing scheme in Middlesbrough

A North East construction firm has delivered an affordable housing development as part of wider regeneration efforts in Middlesbrough.

Bowburn-headquartered Esh Construction has completed the £18 million Kedward Avenue scheme, handing over 105 new homes to housing association Thirteen Group on the site of former tower blocks in Brambles Farm.

The development includes a mix of houses, bungalows and apartments for affordable rent, helping to address local housing demand while transforming a key community site.

A standout feature of the scheme is the inclusion of ten net-zero carbon homes, supporting Thirteen Group’s long-term sustainability ambitions. 

Built using timber frame construction, the homes incorporate energy-efficient technologies such as solar panels, battery storage, enhanced insulation and electric vehicle charging points.

Mark Binns, operations director at Esh Construction, said: “Completing Kedward Avenue and handing over all 105 homes is a fantastic achievement for everyone involved. 

“Alongside delivering high-quality, affordable homes, the scheme has allowed us to support Thirteen’s ambitions around lower-carbon housing provision, with the net-zero homes playing an important role in shaping future approaches to sustainability.” 

The project forms part of a broader programme of work between Esh Construction and Thirteen Group. 

Recent developments include the completion of Union Village in Gresham, while work continues on the £56 million Hillside Gardens scheme in Grove Hill.

Together, the three projects will deliver more than 540 affordable homes across Middlesbrough, supporting regeneration and long-term community growth.

Sharon Thomas, chief investment and property officer at Thirteen Group, added: “It’s great to see these neighbourhoods taking shape and the smiles on people’s faces when they move into their new homes. 

“We’re investing well over £100 million across our ‘big three’ housing sites in Middlesbrough and through our partnership with Esh we’re delivering homes of real quality.” 

Esh Construction worked in partnership with Hall & Partners, BSBA Architects, iD Civils and Billinghurst George & Partners throughout the scheme. 

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