Plans to transform the Teviot Estate in Poplar have reached a major milestone, with Tower Hamlets Council granting a resolution to approve the £800 million redevelopment at its Strategic Development Committee meeting on Tuesday, 8 July.
The Hill Group and housing association Poplar HARCA are leading the regeneration, which is set to deliver 1,928 new homes—508 of which will be affordable—representing a 65% increase in affordable housing provision. The redevelopment will be delivered in four phases and will also include new community spaces, shops, faith facilities, and re-landscaped public parks, including a rejuvenated Langdon Park.
The regeneration has been developed following extensive community consultation, with Teviot residents closely involved in shaping the project's design and long-term vision. Social rent residents in the regeneration area will retain the right to remain within the new development on social rent terms, helping preserve the community’s fabric.
"This is a landmark moment for Teviot and a major step forward in delivering lasting change for the community," said Andy Hill OBE, founder and Group Chief Executive of The Hill Group. "Securing planning permission means we can now move forward with our shared vision, which prioritises creating high-quality homes and improved communal spaces that reflect the needs of residents. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Poplar HARCA and the local community to bring these plans to life."
Construction of the first phase is expected to begin in 2026, delivering 475 new homes, 44% of which will be affordable. This includes 140 homes for social rent and 24 for shared ownership, with the first completions anticipated by 2028.
Designed by BPTW architects, the eight-hectare masterplan incorporates a mix of studios, apartments, and family-sized homes. It places a strong emphasis on quality public realm, with five new public squares, landscaped corridors, improved pedestrian links, and a safer foot tunnel under the A12. Enhancements to the Fawe Street Bridge and Limehouse Cut, as well as better access to Langdon Park station, are also planned. Safety measures such as new lighting and CCTV will be implemented to reduce anti-social behaviour.
In addition to new homes and community infrastructure, the regeneration will deliver over £240 million in social value benefits. This will include support for local programmes, investments in open spaces such as Langdon Park, and a new pontoon on the Limehouse Cut Canal to promote access to water-based activities. So far, £427,000 has already been invested in initiatives to support local residents ahead of formal approval.
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09/07/2025
Teviot Estate Regeneration Secures Planning Green Light For £800m Transformation


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