David Wilson Homes has highlighted its investment in an Essex village as its development draws to a close.
B&DWEC – BEC_MortimerPlace_Chelmsford_Avondale_4bed – A typical street scene at Mortimer Place
The housebuilder’s Mortimer Place development is close to completion, which brings the end of an exciting community ever closer.
David Wilson Homes has recently rounded off its investment in the village and its surrounding communities with a contribution towards the renovation of Strutt Memorial Ground.
The community facility received £265,000 of funding from Hatfield Peverel Parish Council and Braintree District Council as part of a commitment from multiple housing developers in the area.
The play area, officially opened by Fatima Whitbread MBE and GB Gymnast Courtney Tulloch, was upgraded with new inclusive play equipment and facilities. It includes a wheelchair-accessible roundabout, basket swing, sit-in springer, play panels for sensory play and a brand-new play unit with tunnels, slides and a climbing tower.
Old paving slabs and surfacing were also removed to create a fully surfaced, smooth play area that is accessible throughout the year.
Ray Houghton, Head of Planning at David Wilson Homes Eastern Counties, said: “We’re extremely proud of our Mortimer Place development, as well as our investment in Hatfield Peverel and the surrounding communities.
“We strive to build more than houses, and create long-lasting communities that new and existing residents can benefit from.”
Mortimer Place has brought significant investments to Hatfield Peverel through its planning agreement, and it has also underpinned approximately 200 new jobs for local people during the construction process.
Investment from David Wilson Homes include £100,000 for outdoor sports facilities and £60,000 for onsite play equipment, £70,000 towards community building, and £26,000 for improvements to public rights of way in the area.
A trim trail was also incorporated into the design for the development, which is a rural footpath on the outskirts of the community, accessible for all of the village’s residents.
The 100-home development also includes 40 affordable properties which were allocated to meet the growing demand for housing in the area. For more information about the properties available at any nearby developments, call the sales team on 033 3355 8489 or visit the website at David Wilson Homes in Essex.
