Land east of, Sandcliffe Road

SWADLINCOTE

An outline application is being prepared for approximately 250 new homes east of Sandcliffe Road, including 30% affordable housing to support local needs.

The scheme aims to deliver a high-quality, landscape-led development with generous public open spaces and green infrastructure that enhances biodiversity and provide attractive walking and cycling routes.

This consultation website provides an opportunity to view the emerging proposals and share your feedback ahead of the submission of a planning application. Once submitted, there will be further opportunities to comment through the formal planning process.

The Proposals

Bellway Homes is bringing forward a proposal for up to 250 high-quality new homes at the edge of Swadlincote, with 30% delivered as affordable housing to help meet local needs. A mix of housing sizes, types and tenures is proposed in line with the local need and latest policy guidance.

The plans also include attractive new public open spaces, the planting of trees, hedgerows and landscaping around a network green corridors. This will not only enhance the local biodiversity but also help connect new and existing local residents to open space and nature.

Bellway Homes intend to submit an Outline Planning Application to South Derbyshire District Council this summer to establish the principle of development and details of the main points of access to the Site. Other detailed matters such as the layout, design, and appearance of the new homes will come forward as part of a future Reserved Matters application, if outline planning permission is granted.

Location Plan

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Vision Drawing

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Sustainable location for much-needed new homes

Swadlincote is a thriving market town, well-served by shops, schools, healthcare and other essential community facilities. As the largest settlement in South Derbyshire, it is recognised as a sustainable location for new homes.

The proposed Site benefits from being in an accessible location with many of the Town’s key services and facilities within walking and cycling distance or accessible via public transport.

Vision Drawing

Our vision for the Site has been guided by the landscape and character of Midway and Swadlincote. The proposed masterplan responds sensitively to the edge of Swadlincote, incorporating green infrastructure corridors to safeguard existing hedgerows and trees, and manage changes in levels. New and enhanced boundary planting will provide natural screening, minimising any visual impact of the Site from the main roads.

Existing trees and hedgerows will be retained wherever possible, strengthened with new native planting to create connected wildlife habitats across the Site. A network of green corridors following the line of the existing greenery will form the heart of the development, providing both ecological value and attractive open space.

The scheme will also deliver a range of public open spaces, including areas for wildflower meadows, a community orchard, and attenuation basins. These spaces will be seamlessly connected that encourage exploration and movement, featuring play-on-the-way elements. A new play space within the development will provide quality outdoor spaces for new and existing residents. Pedestrian links will also extend beyond the Site, enjoying connections with the surrounding area and fostering a stronger sense of community.

Site access and connectivity

Vehicular access to the Site will be provided via two accesses forming a loop on Sandcliffe Road. New walking and cycling routes will connect with the surrounding footpath network from the south-west and east, these links will also open up access to the wider Public Rights of Way network.

The scheme will provide a mix of high-quality homes of varying scale and tenure, including affordable housing to meet local needs.

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Benefits

The proposals offer a range of benefits for Swadlincote, including:

Housing – Provision of up to 250 new homes with 30% being affordable homes all delivered to meet an immediate need for housing in the District, reducing the delivery shortfalls across South Derbyshire.

Affordable Housing – The proposals will deliver approximately 75 affordable homes (30%) on Site. The provision will assist in addressing the extant affordable housing need in the authority area as a whole.

Employment – The provision of employment in the local area through the generation of construction jobs both on site and through the local supply chain.

Local Revenues – The proposed development will give rise to benefits such as local finance considerations, including revenues for the Council from New Homes Bonus and Council Tax, as well as S106 contributions towards schools and doctors.

Low Carbon Commitment – The proposed development delivers highly energy-efficient homes using a robust “fabric first” approach, shaped by ongoing innovation and all units will be fitted with EV charging, ASHP and Solar PV to improve environmental performance and living standards.

Green Infrastructure – Creates a network of vibrant, connected open spaces; including meadows, a community orchard, play areas, and walking routes, designed to promote exploration, wellbeing, and a stronger sense of community both within and beyond the Site.

Biodiversity net gains – The proposals will deliver biodiversity net gains in excess of 10% on-site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Proposed homes

What is meant by ‘affordable homes’ and how many are proposed?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:02:00+01:00

What is meant by ‘affordable homes’ and how many are proposed?

Affordable homes are homes made available through a registered housing provider at prices below the market rate. This can include homes for social rent, affordable rent, or intermediate housing, such as shared ownership.

The proposed development at Land east of Sandcliffe Road would deliver 30% affordable housing, up to 75 affordable homes in total.

What would the proposed homes look like?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:02:31+01:00

What would the proposed homes look like?

An Outline Planning Application seeks to establish the principle of development and details of the main points of access to the Site. Other detailed matters such as the design of the new homes would come forward at a later stage, however material choices and design references would reflect the character of the surrounding area of Swadlincote.

Is there a local housing need?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:45:19+01:00

Is there a local housing need?

Yes, there is a clear and ongoing housing need in Swadlincote. It is the main urban centre in South Derbyshire and is identified in the settlement hierarchy as the most sustainable location for new housing growth. Evidence from the Strategic Housing Market Assessment shows strong demand in the Swadlincote and South Fringe sub-market, with particular pressure on affordable housing due to low existing social stock and affordability issues.

What type and size of homes are proposed?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:44:58+01:00

What type and size of homes are proposed?

A range of house types, sizes and tenures will be delivered to accommodate a variety of household types and meet local needs in line with policy requirements. The final housing mix will be determined at Reserved Matters Stage.

Detail of proposals

Do the plans take the surrounding area into account?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:44:29+01:00

Do the plans take the surrounding area into account?

Existing trees and hedgerows would be retained and enhanced where possible with additional planting, including wildflower planting, attenuation basins and green, open spaces. A new play area will also be integrated in the scheme along the Public Right of Way to provide outdoor spaces for new and existing residents to socialise and relax.

What community benefits/facilities will be provided?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:44:10+01:00

What community benefits/facilities will be provided?

The development will deliver a range of benefits for both new and existing residents. This will include publicly accessible green spaces, community orchard, safe play area, and enhanced walking and cycling routes connecting to the town and wider countryside. In addition, financial contributions will be made through the planning process to help support local services and infrastructure. Further details will be confirmed as the proposal progresses.

How much publicly accessible space will be provided?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:04:15+01:00

How much publicly accessible space will be provided?

A significant amount of the Site will be designed as open space for everyone to enjoy. This will include new landscaped areas, a central green corridor and play on the way within the routes for walking. These greens spaces will be fully integrated into the design and support recreation, biodiversity and sustainable drainage. The exact amount of open space will be confirmed as plans develop.

What about school places and capacity at the GP?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:04:36+01:00

What about school places and capacity at the GP?

We recognise the importance of ensuring local services can support new homes. As part of the planning process, South Derbyshire District Council, Derbyshire County Council and the NHS will assess the proposals to identify any additional needs. Where necessary, financial contributions will be made by the developer to help expand capacity in local schools and healthcare facilities, ensuring that essential services continue to meet the needs of the community.

Highways

How will people have access to the site?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:42:29+01:00

How will people have access to the site?

Access into the Site will be gained via two points to the west of the Site from Sandcliffe Road.

How will you assess the impact on the local highway network?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:42:06+01:00

How will you assess the impact on the local highway network?

A Transport Assessment will be undertaken to assess the likely impact of the proposed development on the surrounding network and will be submitted as part of the planning application.

What will the impact on the local highway network be?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:05:42+01:00

What will the impact on the local highway network be?

The Site has been chosen and designed to make the most of its sustainable location. Many key services in Swandlincote can be reached by foot, by bike or by public transport. Within the development, new walking and cycling routes will link directly into the existing network, helping to reduce reliance on private car journeys.

A travel plan will accompany the planning application. This will set out measures to encourage sustainable travel, such as walking, cycling and public transport use, while also providing information and support to new residents about travel choices.

While it is expected that some car trips will be generated by the development, assessments show that the impact on the surrounding road network will be limited and in line with both local and national policy requirements. A Transport Assessment will be submitted with the planning application, providing further detail on the anticipated effects and measures proposed to manage them.

Delivery

When are you looking to submit an application?Stuart Miller2026-05-01T14:41:13+01:00

When are you looking to submit an application?

Summer 2026.

When will you be looking to start building? How long will building work take?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:06:18+01:00

When will you be looking to start building? How long will building work take?

Subject to outline planning permission being granted, Reserved Matters application(s) would have to be submitted and approved prior to the construction process commencing. It is still too early to say how long construction would take.

How will construction vehicles and noise be managed?Stuart Miller2026-05-05T18:06:39+01:00

How will construction vehicles and noise be managed?

A Construction Management Plan will be put in place to manage things such as this. This would be secured by condition attached to the outline planning permission and will be implemented during the construction phase of development.

Have your say

Our consultation forms and feedback options closed on 20th May 2026.

An application for this site has been submitted, please use the South Derbyshire website to view and comment.

About Bellway Strategic Land

Trusted, quality homebuilder with 75 years’ experience

Bellway Homes has grown from a local family firm founded in 1946 into one of the country’s leading publicly-listed national home providers, with 5 star quality builder status and over 3,000 direct employees.

The Bellway Strategic Land team is responsible for identifying, promoting, and delivering land for homes, community facilities, and – in some cases – mixed-use developments, including land for employment purposes. We are able to identify the most appropriate, sustainable locations for homes and other uses that ensures that we are able to deliver high-value returns for our landowners and for the long-lasting communities we create.

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