Enfield Council’s planning committee has approved the planning application of Joyce Avenue and Snell’s Park Estate regeneration in Upper Edmonton, London, UK.
The Enfield Council-led flagship scheme includes the construction of a total of 2,028 new homes, more than 50% of which will be classed as affordable, along with a community centre, an energy centre, a nursery, and enhanced green spaces.
All these establishments will be interconnected by improved pedestrian and cycle pathways.
The redevelopment forms part of Enfield Council's broader housing programme, aimed at regenerating the Edmonton area to provide safer and better-quality living conditions for current and future residents.
The council is planning to contract a principal contractor in the coming months to commence the project.
To minimise disruption for the community, the estate will be redeveloped in phases, with new accommodations made ready before residents relocate from their current homes.
The new homes are designed to meet the required quality standards in terms of fire safety, security, energy efficiency, and space.
Current secure tenants and leaseholders will receive housing within the redesigned estate, alongside opportunities for construction jobs and training integrated throughout the project's duration.
The scheme is expected to generate up to 5,010 jobs and nearly 605 apprenticeship positions, significantly contributing to local employment.
Enfield Council has also secured approximately £150m ($162m) in grant funding from the Mayor of London to support the development.
Enfield Council Housing cabinet member councillor Ayten Guzel said: “We will deliver well-designed, good-quality, affordable homes, accommodating households on a range of income levels.
“I am particularly happy to see the provision of much-needed family-sized homes which will help alleviate overcrowding in our borough and lead to the creation of a strengthened community in Upper Edmonton.”
According to Enfield Council, the project has received support from locals, as demonstrated by a 2021 residents’ ballot where 78.5% of participants voted in favour of the redevelopment.
