275-home Bromley scheme enters next phase

A 275-home “transformational regeneration project” in South London is gathering pace with work underway on its next 32 social rent homes.

Riverside and Countryside Partnerships, part of Vistry, have broken ground on phase two of the redevelopment of Calverley Close in Bromley.

The latest stage will deliver 32 homes for social rent and follows the completion of the first 20 properties in October 2025.

Those homes were also provided for social rent, with adaptations incorporated where required to meet residents’ mobility needs, alongside landscaped communal areas and a new children’s playground.

Once complete, the wider Calverley Close regeneration will provide 275 mixed-tenure homes, comprising 179 for social and affordable rent and 96 for sale.

Existing Riverside customers will receive larger, more modern and energy-efficient properties, while current social tenants will retain their existing rent and tenancy terms.

An artist's impression of how the Calverley Close development will look upon completion

Rob Wilkinson, managing director for Vistry South London, said: “Breaking ground on phase two at Calverley Close represents an important milestone in the delivery of this transformational regeneration project, which is creating high-quality, sustainable homes that will provide lasting benefits for both existing residents and future generations. 

“With 32 additional social rent homes now moving into construction, we look forward to continuing our work with Riverside, Bromley Council and the wider community to deliver much-needed affordable housing and help create a thriving new neighbourhood.”

Ian Gregg, chief property officer at Riverside, added: “It is fantastic to see phase two of the Calverley Close regeneration project underway. 

“We would like to thank our partners at Vistry, Bromley Council and the Greater London Authority for their continued support in bringing this project to life. 

“Once complete, the development will offer residents affordable, spacious and energy-efficient homes that will improve accessibility and help to address overcrowding in the local area."

Olaide Okunola, a resident who attended the ceremony and is set to move into one of the new homes once it is completed, added: “I’m excited about the start of the next phase and this is something we have been waiting a long time for. 

“We live in a two-bedroom flat and we are looking forward to moving into a three-bedroom flat, where my son will have his own room. 

“The move is going to make a big difference to me and my family. 

“It will be more comfortable and there will be a lot of space for each and every one of us. 

“There will also be a playground and spaces for children and young people to help them thrive and improve their mental health.”

The project secured planning permission from Bromley Council in 2023 following a resident ballot and is supported by Greater London Authority funding.

Its delivery comes amid continued pressure on housing affordability, with ONS figures showing 46 per cent of London adults report difficulty affording rent or mortgage payments.

Gita Bapat, Beckenham Town & Copers Cope ward councillor, added: “As a local ward councillor, I am delighted to mark the start of this next phase in theredevelopment of Calverley Close. 

“While new homes will be built, this is already a valued community, and today’s milestone is about investing in the people who live here as much as the homes themselves. 

“I look forward to seeing Calverley Close continue to grow and thrive for both current and future residents.”

Phase two is scheduled for completion in spring 2028, with existing Riverside residents moving into their new homes shortly afterwards.

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