Hill and Clarion start High Path phase two

High Path’s regeneration in Merton is moving into a new phase, aiming to create a greener, safer, and more pedestrian-friendly neighbourhood with a wider choice of spacious new homes, plus a new park and community facilities.

 The wider £1bn Merton Regeneration Project will deliver 2,800 homes overall, replacing 1,000 existing homes and building 1,800 new ones. Following extensive public consultation, residents made clear that keeping the community together and improving neighbourhood safety were key priorities.

The latest update confirms that High Path has entered Phase 2, with The Hill Group continuing its partnership with Clarion Housing Group as construction partner. This phase will provide 147 new homes, including houses on Abbey Road and apartments at the corner of High Path and Pincott Road. Most of the new homes will be for social rent, alongside homes for resident homeowners. Phase 1 has already delivered 134 homes, with around 90% occupied by existing residents, setting the foundation for the next stage of long-term estate transformation.

Harvey Dhami, regional director at The Hill Group, said: “We’re pleased to be continuing our partnership with Clarion at High Path as we move into Phase 2 of this important regeneration programme. These high-quality homes will provide much-needed social rent housing alongside homes for existing resident homeowners. We look forward to working closely with Clarion and the local community to deliver the next step of High Path’s transformation.”

Richard Cook, chief development officer at Clarion Housing Group, said: “High Path is one of Clarion’s most significant regeneration programmes, and the appointment of Hill for Phase 2 is an important part in maintaining momentum on this long-term transformation. Regeneration at this scale requires trusted partners, careful phasing and close engagement with the community, and we are pleased to be working again with Hill as we move into the next stage of delivery.”