New homes have been opened in Swanscombe as the Council continues its programme of providing new social housing around the borough.
Carreck Close, named after palaeontologist John Carreck who excavated a number of fossils from the nearby Barnfield Pit in the 1950’s, comprises of sixteen new homes. There are 10 two-bed flats, four one-bed flats, and two three-bed houses. All the new homes are ultra-low energy, with no gas at all on site – instead, all heating and hot water is obtained through air source heat pumps. There is parking with EV charging points, plus additional parking provided along Gilbert Close, and the homes overlook nearby allotments and parkland.
Members of Dartford’s Tenant and Leaseholders Forum and representatives of the many contractors who worked to build the new homes joined local councillors and the Worshipful Mayor of Dartford, Cllr Andy Lloyd, on Monday afternoon.
Also in attendance were new tenants, Megan and her partner Clem, who cut the ribbon on their brand new home. They are expected to move in with their three children by the end of April.
Leader of the Council Jeremy Kite said: “There is a huge demand for social housing in Dartford and we’re determined to offer local people the best quality and that’s exactly what we’ve been able to provide here. I am delighted for Megan and her family, and hope that they’ll have many years of happy memories in their new home.
“We have similar projects underway to ensure that more people in our borough can access a high standard of housing. Housing is a significant concern, especially for the younger generation and those beginning their journey on the housing ladder. We are proud to be facilitating the delivery of more social housing than most other councils. Dartford families deserve homes that allow them to live fulfilling lives.”