Construction has begun on a Keepmoat-led project to deliver 122 new homes on vacant land beside Prittlewell Camp in Southend-on-Sea, backed by more than £30 million of investment through a partnership with Homes England.

The first properties are expected to be available from spring. Thirty per cent of the homes will be provided as affordable housing via a local housing association. All 122 homes form part of the local council’s wider Fossetts Way programme, which aims to bring forward up to 900 homes in total.

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Victor Idowu, Regional Managing Director at Keepmoat South Midlands, said: "We are excited to see the culmination of nearly two years of collaboration and hard work with Homes England and the Southend-on-Sea planners for Fossetts Farm.

"At Keepmoat, we pride ourselves on our strong partnership model, which has enabled us to work with Homes England to unlock another challenging site, praised by the local planning committee for its high level of design.

"The development will provide 2, 3, and 4-bedroom family homes, creating a vibrant new community in the area. The site has been designed with a focus on placemaking and will enhance the accessibility of the Scheduled Ancient Monument, Prittlewell Camp. It is also conveniently located near to Prittlewell train station and a variety of local amenities."

The Fossetts Farm scheme will also create ten full-time jobs and apprenticeships, alongside opportunities for local labour and the supply chain.