Lambeth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Lambeth Council and Vistry have agreed on a £250 million housing partnership to deliver new homes and regenerate communities across the borough.
Six council-owned properties will house more than 500 houses, the majority of which will be for social rent and at least half of which will be affordable.
In order to build more than 500 dwellings on six different sites in the borough, Lambeth Council has partnered with Vistry Group. Of those, at least 50% will be affordable housing, and 70% will be social rent.
The £250 million project, called New Homes 6, includes locations at Trinity Rise in Tulse Hill, Jonathan and Orsett Street in Vauxhall, Denby Court in Kennington, Larkhall Lane in Stockwell, and Knight’s Walk in Kennington. Construction is anticipated to begin in 2026 on the first project at Denby Court, which is planned to yield 141 dwellings.
As part of the council’s housing policy, Denby Court, a 42-home estate from the 1970s located next to Lambeth Walk Park, is scheduled to be demolished. New residential blocks with up to 12 stories are part of a replacement plan designed by Stockwool Architects and authorized in 2022.
Vistry has been collaborating on the concepts with Stitch, a London-based firm of master planners, architects, and urban designers.
Councillor Danny Adilypour, Lambeth’s deputy leader and cabinet member for sustainable growth and new homes, said:
“We’re working flat out to get more homes built in Lambeth.
After nearly 15 years of chronic underfunding for social housing, we are facing a housing crisis that is hitting our communities hard and putting huge strain on the council’s finances. But we’re determined to turn the tide.”
Daniel King, London divisional chair at Vistry Group, said:
“We understand Lambeth council’s priorities and the vital need for high-quality, affordable homes to address the local housing crisis. This is a fantastic opportunity to deliver over 500 new homes with at least 50% affordable, with a strong focus on social rent for local residents.”
Lambeth Council’s goal to build affordable homes on council-owned property is outlined in the New Homes Programme, which was introduced in March 2024. The larger Growth Plan for Lambeth aims to provide room for 10,000 additional residences throughout the borough.
How will the partnership affect current tenants on those sites?
Lambeth Council and Vistry have committed to proactive engagement with current tenants to keep them informed and involved throughout the development process, helping build trust and address concerns.
Existing tenants’ lease agreements and rights will be respected, and the partnership aims to avoid unnecessary displacement. Temporary relocations or rehousing, if required, will be managed sensitively with support services. The development plans include providing better-quality homes for both new and existing tenants, improving living standards and sustainability.
The partnership aims to foster stronger community ties and resilience, benefiting current tenants through access to improved amenities and neighborhood services.