New homes and play area proposed for Burwell

This Land, the Cambridge-based real estate development company, has sought planning permission for a new phase of its Millstone Park development. The proposal will deliver 60 additional new private and affordable homes as well as a play area for children and a new green space for the community.

The proposal outlines plans for land on the existing development and will comprise a mixture of one to five bedroom homes, of which 40 per cent will be affordable. In addition to the dedicated children’s play area, the plans include measures that will continue to strengthen the biodiversity of the site, exceeding the statutory requirement of 10 per cent. Traffic calming measures have also been integrated, which will enforce reduced speed limits.

Residents will also benefit from new sports facilities, which will be built and managed by the Parish Council using land provided by This Land. As part of the plans, This Land is supporting the Council with the delivery of the pitches and infrastructure.

The East Cambridgeshire Local Plan, which was adopted in 2015 and amended in 2022, outlines the District Council’s plan to improve the infrastructure of the region and provide new housing to meet the needs of villages such as Burwell. The new phase of the development will support this commitment. In line with the Council’s environmental and sustainability goals, the proposed new homes will be fitted with water-saving devices to reduce water consumption while sustainable construction techniques and renewable energy technologies will be used onsite, where possible.

Commenting on the proposed plans, Rob Williams, Interim CEO, This Land, said: “Creating places that people can be proud to call home is our priority. In response to the success of our past plans, we are looking forward to being able to provide Burwell with more high-quality new homes and spaces where people can enjoy being outdoors in the beautiful setting that the village offers.”