Land at Dunton Road
Welcome
Thank you for visiting our website, where you can learn more about our proposals for the Land at Dunton Road.
Earlier this year, many of you shared your thoughts on our initial plans, and we are grateful for the time you took to tell us what matters most to the community. Over the past few months, we’ve carefully reviewed all feedback and used it to help shape a revised proposal designed to make the new development a real asset to Basildon. We are now excited to share these updated proposals with you and continue the conversation.
Our Plans
Basildon, like many other communities across the UK, is suffering from an acute housing shortage. Our plans are to deliver up to 1,100 much-needed homes of different sizes and tenures to support the diverse needs of the local community, helping to give residents the opportunity to stay in the community they love.
We know that sustainable development requires the right infrastructure. Our initial plans included improvements to highways, a new local community centre, a primary school, green spaces and many new paths and cycle routes. Our plans have been further developed since we last spoke with you, with further highway improvements and other design changes made following input from the Essex Design Quality Review Panel, Basildon Council and other technical specialists.
We encourage you to explore this website to find out more about our plans for a new sustainable neighbourhood in Basildon.
The Site
Land at Dunton Road is situated on the northern edge of Basildon. Basildon has extended north of the A127 forming the suburbs of Steeple View and Noak Bridge. Dunton Road and Wash Road form the main northern boundary of the built form, with a number of individual houses situated on the northern side of the roads. The A176 and the adjacent residential development form the eastern boundary of the Site and the scattered settlement of Dunton Wayletts adjoins the western boundary.
Across Basildon, there is significant need for a variety of housing types, and we want to address this by providing a range of homes suited to different lifestyles and requirements.
Comprehensive neighbourhood-scale planning allows new homes to deliver investment in improved education, social amenities and local infrastructure, particularly through improvements to highways and transport.
A high proportion of the site will be set aside for well-connected green spaces, with play areas available for active and quiet recreation, such as dog-walking and nature walks. There are also significant opportunities for biodiversity net gains and wildlife habitats.
We will continue to work closely with officers at Basildon Borough Council to ensure that our proposals are tailored to provide the right mix of homes, local amenities and facilities that are required in the area, along with infrastructure and highway improvements.
Our Masterplan
Up to 1,100 new homes, offering a mix of types and tenures to accommodate various local community needs, including 50% (up to 550 homes) affordable homes.
A new local centre at the heart of a distinctive, walkable community with flexible space for community facilities, retail and business use.
A new roundabout to improve the highway network and connectivity in the local area.
Quick and direct public transport including bus services.
Educational improvements, including a new Primary School on site.
A landscape-led design that retains key natural features and provides new play areas, walking trails and connected open green spaces for all to enjoy. This will include over 25 hectares (63 acres) of new parks and green amenity spaces.
Improved connectivity, with cycle infrastructure, as well as new footpaths and improvements to existing footpaths.
Existing development.
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Benefits at a Glance
Enhancing local highways
We are delivering improvements to local roads, including Dunton Road. Our proposals include a new roundabout to upgrade the local highway network, helping to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow. The development will also include a new primary route through the site, reducing traffic along existing sections of Dunton Road and improving overall access for residents.
A landscape-led design
Attractively landscaped and connected open green spaces for the community to enjoy, enhancing the local environment and promoting connection with nature near people’s homes.
Improving accessibility
A walkable and compact new neighbourhood, with improvements to existing pedestrian and cycle routes, bus services and connectivity.
A new vibrant and distinctive community
Incorporating a new local centre with retail, and other local services at the heart of a walkable community.
Improving access to local education
A new Primary School to improve education for local families.
Boosting the local economy
Creating local jobs both during construction and after completion, benefiting Basildon’s economy and businesses.
Habitat Creation and Water Management
Significant areas of habitat creation to enable wildlife to thrive alongside new homes and deliver a gain in biodiversity. Sustainable drainage measures to reduce flood risks and support new wetland habitat creation.
Considerations
Across Basildon, younger generations and families are finding it increasingly difficult find housing close to their family networks due to high property prices. Similarly, older residents who wish to downsize are struggling to find suitable properties that allow them to remain within the community they’ve called home for years.
Bloor Homes is committed to addressing this issue by delivering around 1,100 homes, including 50% (around 550 homes) Affordable Housing, providing the local community with greater opportunities to continue to live locally.
From our initial consultation, we understand how important tackling local highways and traffic are to the community. Our improved plans include introducing a new access roundabout from Noak Hill Road. This will decrease local congestion in the area and improve connectivity.
A full Transport Assessment is also being prepared, which includes traffic surveys and modelling of local junctions to identify where improvements are required. The assessment will also consider other committed development in the area.
Dunton Road is being designed with extensive and connected green open spaces throughout, offering residents valuable outdoor areas. The proposed landscape framework includes:
- Tree planting as a noise barrier to the A127.
- Areas of natural greenspace for people to enjoy.
- Drainage, wetland and recreational routes linked to and enhancing the existing footpath network.
- New outdoor sports and playing fields.
- Children’s play areas located throughout the site to enable play close to homes.
- Significant areas of habitat creation, known as Biodiversity Net Gain, to ensure the site is better for wildlife with the development having taken place.
At Bloor Homes, green spaces are a priority. We collaborate with ecologists from the outset, carefully assessing how existing habitats and species can be protected, as well as how the new neighbourhood can be designed to encourage wildlife.
There will be no increased risk of flooding associated with the development. A thorough study has been conducted, and a sustainable drainage strategy is being developed to ensure the necessary management of water on site. Where possible, this will be designed to improve existing drainage issues in the vicinity. This will be published and available when the outline planning application is submitted.
Bloor Homes is committed to creating neighbourhoods that people truly want to live in. To achieve this, we will design new well-connected footpaths and cycleways, surrounded by green spaces, to create a vibrant and sustainable community for all residents to enjoy.
FAQs
Q: How many homes are proposed?
A: Our refined plans still envisage around 1,100 homes. The exact number and other land-use parameters will be confirmed through future detailed applications.
Q: Will the development include affordable homes?
A: Yes. At least 50% of homes will be affordable, in line with national planning policy, providing better opportunities for local people to get on the property ladder. The mix of tenures will be agreed with the Council and finalised at the reserved matters stage.
Q: Will the new homes be built all at the same time?
A: No. The development will be delivered in phases over 8–10 years. A construction management plan will minimise disruption and ensure smooth delivery. Key facilities, including the local centre and primary school, will be provided as required to support the community.
Q: Will there be a Section 106 agreement as part of the planning process?
A: Yes. A Section 106 agreement is a legal agreement between the developer and the local authority, setting out financial contributions and commitments necessary to make the development acceptable. Specific contributions will be confirmed as the plans progress.
Q: What will happen to public rights of way (PROWs) during construction?
A: PROWs may be temporarily closed or diverted for safety during construction. Once complete, the PROWs will be reopened and enhanced, including improved green spaces and accessibility features.
Q: How will badgers be protected?
A: Badgers and their setts are legally protected. Updated ecological surveys will identify active setts, and mitigation measures will be implemented following Natural England guidance to protect their habitat.
Q: Why is agricultural land being used for housing?
A: Only a small proportion of land will be taken out of agricultural use, chosen for its suitability to meet local housing needs. National planning policy allows this where necessary, balancing food production with the urgent need for new homes and infrastructure.
Q: What will be included in the local centre?
A: At this stage, plans are flexible with opportunities for a range of uses in the local centre at the heart of the site. This could include some small-scale retail, a café, pharmacy, local community facilities or a range of other uses. Bloor Homes will continue to work with the community to ensure facilities meet local needs.
Q: What measures will reduce congestion and improve road safety?
A: Following the first consultation, the revised proposals include a new roundabout along the A176 to improve traffic flow. Additional traffic studies are being conducted, and other measures, including sustainable transport options, will be implemented to manage congestion.
Q: Will new access roads or junctions be created?
A: Yes. The site will include an improved Dunton Road and a new internal route through the development to prevent through-traffic on existing sections. We are also exploring better connections between Dunton Road, Wash Road, and Noak Hill Road.
Q: How will local transport be impacted?
A: Bloor Homes is working with Basildon Borough Council to improve public transport access, walking and cycling routes, alongside junction improvements as described above.
Q: How will Bloor Homes positively impact the local community during construction?
A: Bloor Homes will continue to use local suppliers and contractors where possible and is exploring apprenticeship opportunities. These initiatives aim to benefit the local community during and after construction.
Q: How will local schools be affected?
A: The refined proposals include provision for a new primary school. Discussions with the Council will continue to identify if additional funding is required for other nearby facilities.
Q: Why is Bloor Homes not waiting for the Local Plan?
A: There is an urgent need for homes in the area. Bringing forward proposals now allows Bloor Homes to respond quickly to housing demand, use available land efficiently, and demonstrate the site is viable and deliverable, helping shape the emerging Local Plan.
Q: How will the development be environmentally sustainable?
A: The proposals include energy-efficient homes, extensive green spaces, sustainable drainage systems, and measures to support biodiversity.
Q: Will there be healthcare or leisure facilities?
A: While the outline planning application focuses on housing and key infrastructure, the proposals allow space for community-focused facilities such as a health centre or leisure areas. Final facilities will be agreed with the Council at the detailed application stage.
Q: How will drainage and flood risk be managed?
A: The development will include sustainable drainage systems designed to manage surface water and reduce flood risk, following local authority and environmental guidance.
Q: How will noise and disruption be minimised during construction?
A: A Construction Management Plan will set out measures to minimise disruption, including timing of works, vehicle routes, and safety measures.
Q: How will feedback from this second consultation be used?
A: All feedback will be reviewed and considered in a revised Statement of Community Involvement, which will inform the outline planning application. The aim is to ensure the development meets the needs of both existing and future residents.
Have Your Say
We want to hear your views on the refined proposals for Land at Dunton Road. Please share your feedback by the 28th October.
Bloor Homes is committed to protecting your personal data. The information you provide in this feedback form will be used solely for the purpose of analysing community views on the proposed development at Dunton Road.Your responses will be anonymised when reported and included within a Statement of Community Involvement submitted to the Local Planning Authority. Personal details (such as name, postcode, or email address) will not be shared publicly.If you choose to provide your contact details, these will only be used to keep you informed about the progress of the proposals. You can opt out of updates at any time by contacting us at bloorhomes-duntonroad@havingyoursay.co.ukAll data will be stored securely in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, and will be deleted once it is no longer required for this project.By submitting this form, you consent to your information being used in this way.
Get In Touch
Emailing us with your comments, questions or feedback at:
- Emailing us with your comments, questions or feedback at: email: bloorhomes-duntonroad@havingyoursay.co.uk
- Calling the team on 0333 358 0502 (lines open Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm)
- Writing to us free of charge at FREEPOST SHAPE TOMORROW
All feedback received will be summarised and responded to in a Statement of Community Involvement which will be submitted to Basildon Borough Council alongside the outline planning application later this year.
About Us
Bloor Homes was established in 1969 by our Chair and founder, John Bloor OBE. We remain a privately owned business with a proud history of building quality homes and are committed to delivering homes and communities with a focus on quality, design and place making, ensuring that high standards are maintained more than 55 years later.
Our dedicated team, from planners and designers to tradespeople and customer service professionals, is committed to creating well-designed, high-quality homes. This commitment has earned us a 5-star Home Builders Federation rating for six consecutive years, and over 97% of our homeowners would recommend us to family and friends.
As a financially independent and family-owned business, we bring national expertise with regional knowledge. We have a proven track record in delivering strategic land and work in partnership with landowners and councils. Our focus on locally distinctive placemaking and community engagement ensures that we build homes that contribute positively to the areas we serve. We value long-term relationships and are dedicated to creating lasting legacies through our developments.
