Old school site in Telford to get 86 new homes for social rent

The regeneration of the 18-acre site of the former Phoenix School is the third housing investment the mayor has made in Telford since he took office in May 2024.

In that time, he has spent £10.5m to support around 600 new homes, 270 of which are social and affordable, including extra-care apartments for the elderly.

“My priority since taking office has been to turbocharge the construction of more social rent housing because too many people are waiting too long for a safe, secure place to call home – and it’s blighting their lives,” Parker said.

“This investment in Telford will change lives for the better, especially for those stuck in temporary accommodation or poor-quality private rentals.

“And it means another derelict brownfield site is being transformed into a place where people can live, raise families, and feel proud of their neighbourhood again.”

Developer Lovell Partnerships will use the £2m to help with site preparation costs.

Once they’re built, 71 of the homes will be sold by Lovell on the open market; 50 will be sold to NuPlace, a lettings company owned by Telford and Wrekin Borough Council, for private rent.

The 86 social rent homes will be managed by the Housing Plus Group.

Cllr Lee Carter, leader of Telford & Wrekin Council, said: “By providing a range of homes including accessible and adaptable housing to meet different needs, the scheme will help more people access quality housing while supporting the continued growth and regeneration of the area.”