Work is now underway on a new sustainable housing development in Salford, specifically designed for residents aged 55 and over.

The project, led by housing association Salix Homes in partnership with main contractor Caddick Construction, will deliver 69 energy-efficient homes on disused land at Arrow Street in Broughton.

Built to Passivhaus standards, the leading benchmark for low-energy design—the three-storey independent living scheme will include 66 one-bedroom and three two-bedroom apartments. Eleven of the homes will be fully accessible for residents with additional mobility needs, including wheelchair users. The development will also house a new GP surgery for NHS Greater Manchester, providing vital health services within the community.

Liam Turner, Chief Executive at Salix Homes, said: "We're incredibly excited to begin construction on this innovative new housing development and to work alongside our partners Caddick Construction, OMI Architects, Homes England and NHS Greater Manchester, to bring our shared vision to life. This project represents the future of older people's housing - delivering homes that are desirable, sustainable, and better meet the needs and aspirations of the older generation.

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"Through working collaboratively with the design team, this development will create a supportive environment for older people, enabling them to live independently for longer in homes that are fit-for-the-future, while promoting their health and wellbeing, with access to essential health services right on their doorstep."

The on-site GP practice will replace the Mocha Parade surgery, which has been operating from temporary facilities since the demolition of its original building in 2020. The new premises will expand the surgery’s capacity from three to five clinical rooms and return it to the heart of the community.

Dave Saville, Regional Managing Director at Caddick Construction North West, said: "At Caddick, we are always proud to be involved in the delivery of new housing, particularly in creating sustainable, high-quality homes that make a difference to people's lives. Caddick's experience in building Passivhaus developments makes us a perfect fit for Salix Homes’ new scheme and we, alongside our local supply chain partners, look forward to delivering this fantastic scheme on Arrow Street."

The multi-million scheme is expected to complete in 2025 and is backed by support from Homes England and the NHS.