Work begins on 470-home Leigh scheme

Construction has begun on a 470-home housing development in Greater Manchester.

Taylor Wimpey Manchester has started work on Westmere Gardens, off Plank Lane in Leigh, following its acquisition of the site in September, with plans to invest £1.4 million in local community improvements.

The development, neighbouring its sold-out Pennington Wharf scheme, will feature a mix of two, three and four-bedroom properties, including mews, semi-detached and detached homes.

A quarter of the properties will be designated as affordable housing, including a small number of bungalows.

The housebuilder will also contribute approximately £1.4 million towards local education, play areas, open spaces, biodiversity improvements and transport initiatives.

Edward Ramsden, land director at Taylor Wimpey Manchester, said: “We are pleased to announce our acquisition of the land neighbouring our Pennington Wharf development in Leigh. 

“This site is a significant acquisition following receiving planning approval in 2024, and with work now underway, we look forward to continuing our presence in Leigh to meet the demand for high-quality, energy-efficient new-build homes in the area.”

The first homes are expected to go on sale in early 2027, with showhomes opening and residents moving in from summer 2027.

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