A mixed-use development that could cut carbon emissions by up to 50% is planned for Epsom.

English Partnerships has chosen a joint partnership between Crest Nicholson and Galliford Try to develop more than 700 new homes across three former hospital sites near the town, which include important listed buildings. This will allow a more holistic approach to be taken to the design and will also assist in other aspects such as development programming and flexibility with regards to providing affordable housing that meets the requirements of English Partnerships and Epsom and Ewell Borough Council (EEBC).


Known as the 'Epsom Cluster', around 54ha of land will be developed to provide new homes, shops, public parkland and, subject to demand, a hotel in an area lacking social facilities.

Approximately one third of the homes will be allocated for affordable for rent or shared ownership with a number available for first-time buyers.

Some of the existing hospital buildings, including those that are listed, will be retained and converted into apartments.

(CD/JM)