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Blackpool's largest council estate Grange Park has just got bigger

133 new social properties have been finished in a £20million scheme

August 19 2024, 07.00am
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A total of 133 new homes in the Grange Park estate have been finished.

Costing £20million the social housing project is made up of 96 houses, seven bungalows and 30 sheltered accommodation apartments.

All of the houses have solar panels fitted and 30 of the properties have air source heat pumps.

A new children's playground, new pathways and cycle routes and new green spaces have also been put in.

Blackpool Council's cabinet member for levelling up and place with responsibilities for strategic housing, councillor Mark Smith, said: “In less than three years since planning permission was granted this area has been transformed to create new homes, improved foot and cycle paths and a new playground. 

"To walk round Grange Park it looks like the properties have always been there, they fit in so well and enhance the overall appearance of the estate. I hope that all the new residents are happy in their new homes and have enjoyed becoming part of the Grange Park community.

“These homes have helped meet local housing needs ranging from 1 bedroom apartments to 6 bedroom houses designed for larger families which are also more energy efficient.

“In our town now more than 400 social homes will have been built since 2018. It is one of many significant investment schemes and projects across the town that is making Blackpool better, creating jobs and encouraging skills through apprenticeships.”

some of the new Grange Park properties

Read more: The changing face of Grange Park

The properties were built by RP Tyson Construction who recruited 13 apprentices during the building project.

Managing director Jeremy Whittle said: "We were delighted to have constructed this new affordable housing development. Blackpool is our home, and we are committed to delivering great homes for local people.

"At the same time, we aim to have a positive impact on our local community by employing locally based subcontractors, apprentices, providing valuable jobs and supporting local community groups."

A total of £15,800 was given to community projects as part of the construction programme including Hope Community Church receiving support for craft evenings, a new secure bike shelter for The Boathouse Youth Centre and funds for the 4th Blackpool Scout Group to buy a new camping trailer.

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