Adderstone to deliver two North Tyneside schemes

Two developments are set to strengthen housing and care provision across North Tyneside.

Adderstone Living is delivering 36 affordable homes on Benton Lane in Longbenton for North Tyneside Council, alongside a separate children’s home at Highgate Terrace in North Shields.

Construction of the Longbenton development is already underway, with the homes forecast for completion in August 2027.

Work on the children’s home is expected to take around 18 months once construction begins, providing accommodation for children and young people in the borough.

All of its places have already been allocated ahead of completion.

Stephen McCoy, chief executive of Adderstone Living, said: “These two schemes, though in two different parts of the Borough, are about the same thing – giving people across North Tyneside the chance to build their lives here.

“The affordable homes in Longbenton will help more local people stay in the community they know and love, whilst the demand we’ve seen for the children's home in North Shields tells its own story about how valued this kind of local provision is.

“It’s work that matters – and that commitment to communities right across North Tyneside will continue to shape everything we deliver with the council.”

John Harrison, cabinet member for housing at North Tyneside Council, added: “Increasing the supply of affordable, high-quality homes is a key priority for the council.

“These 36 new homes in Longbenton will provide more opportunities for local people and families to find a home they can afford and put down roots in their community.

“We’re pleased to be working with Adderstone Living to deliver much-needed housing that will benefit residents for years to come.”

Alongside the developments, Adderstone Living has supported community initiatives across North Tyneside.

This has included sponsoring the council’s Children’s Homes and Supported Accommodation Celebration Fortnight, a two-week programme of events across seven homes recognising children, young people and staff.

Peter Earley, cabinet member for supporting and protecting children at North Tyneside Council, added: “Wherever possible, we want children and young people in our care to remain close to their families, friends, schools and support networks.

“This new children’s home in North Shields will increase our capacity to provide high-quality care within the Borough, helping us achieve that aim and ensuring more young people can grow up in a familiar and supportive environment.”

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