Welsh Government land deal to deliver new social homes in Swansea

The Welsh Government will help deliver more social housing after agreeing the sale of plots of land in Swansea.

The plots, known as D5B and D9B, have been sold to housing associations who will develop them to bring forward 69 new social homes.

Plot D5B has been purchased by Pobl, who will build 35 apartments and eight houses on the site.

Plot D9B has been purchased by Beacon Cymru, who plan to develop the land to provide 26 social homes.

Future

The Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government, Jayne Bryant, said: “This land sale represents our commitment to increasing the supply of affordable housing across the country now and for the future.

“These new homes will make a real difference to families in the area and by working with trusted housing providers like Pobl and Beacon Cymru, we’re ensuring these homes will be developed to the highest standards our communities deserve.”

Claire Tristram, Director of Development West at Pobl Group said: “Pobl Group’s D5B scheme in SA1 is a great example of what can be achieved through strong partnership with Welsh Government.

“We’re not just building homes – we’re creating a well-designed, sustainable neighbourhood that will enhance the area and offer residents a real sense of place. These 43 new affordable homes will provide security, comfort and community for people who need them most.”

Popular

Rhianydd Jenkins, Executive Director of Development and Growth for Beacon Cymru group said: “We are delighted to be progressing more affordable housing in this enviable location near Swansea waterfront.

“Our existing scheme at Harbour Quay is very popular with residents and we expect similar demand for the 104 homes we are currently developing on nearby King’s Road, as well as for the 26 planned for the land acquired through this deal.”

Earlier this year, the Senedd’s Local Government and Housing Committee said Wales was in the midst of a housing crisis and increasing the supply of social housing is essential to address it.

As of March 2024, the Welsh Government was less than halfway towards reaching its target to build 20,000 new low carbon social homes for rent between 2021 and 2026.

The Welsh Government has acknowledged the need for a strategy for housing delivery that looks beyond the horizon of individual Senedd terms.

Its recent White Paper included proposals for a long-term strategy.