Hopkins Homes unveils new 197-home sustainable development in Halstead Essex

Hopkins Homes, part of the untypical group, has been granted reserved matters approval for nearly 200 new homes on a 13-hectare site in Halstead, Essex.  The new development, to be known as Bournewood Park, will feature a diverse range of 1 to 4-bedroom properties with 30% designated for affordable housing and shared ownership schemes. 

Environmental responsibility stands at the core of this development, with a range of new house types designed in timber frame.  This provides homeowners with superior thermal performance, leading to lower energy bills and a more comfortable living environment.   

All homes will be net zero ready featuring air source heat pumps and electric vehicle charging as standard.  This means that the homes will be capable of achieving net-zero emissions when powered by a renewable energy source.  In addition, select homes will host PV panels, helping to further lower the cost of energy bills for the homeowner.  

The community’s green infrastructure will deliver an impressive 17% habitat unit gain and 11% hedgerow unit gain – significantly exceeding standard biodiversity requirements – with 550 native trees to be thoughtfully positioned in areas of public open space.   

As signatories to the Homes for Nature initiative*, bird-nesting bricks and hedgehog highways will also be incorporated throughout the development.    

Duncan Jackson, Managing Director of Hopkins Homes, added: “We believe in creating developments that add genuine value to their localities and our new Bournewood Park development in Halstead perfectly aligns with this philosophy. Through our approach to responsible development, we plan to deliver a place where nature and community can flourish together – one that is responsible, sustainable and community-focused.” 

Work is expected to start on site in August, following acquisition of the site earlier this year.  Further details regarding home specifications and sales information will be released later this year.  Click here to register your interest.