Colecar Strategic Land have announced the completion of sale for the 103-home residential part of their site in Arlesey, Bedfordshire to Tilia Homes; part of untypical.
Site assembly was conducted by Jonathan Lord from Amplius. Planning consent was granted from Central Bedfordshire Council on 1st April earlier this year. Colecar’s planning director Jenny Ellender was supported by Woods Hardwick. The planning application reference is CB/23/03541/OUT.
Tom Cardwell, managing director for Colecar Strategic Land, said: “This sale to Tilia Homes reflects our commitment to unlocking development opportunities that deliver long-term value for stakeholders and support sustainable growth in the region. We look forward to seeing this site transformed into a high-quality residential scheme that meets market demand and enhances the local community. Arthur Brenton and the team at Tilia Homes have been a pleasure to work with and we wish them all the success in the delivery of this scheme.”
The wider scheme will also deliver a 64-bed care home and 30 affordable homes comprising a mix of affordable rental homes and shared ownership. In addition, more than £2.7 million in Section 106 contributions shall be paid, including more than £1 million to primary and secondary education.
Gareth Jacob, regional managing director for untypical’s Eastern region, said: “This agreement reflects our ongoing commitment to Bedfordshire, where we see significant potential for growth. Subject to planning, we look forward to delivering high-quality new homes, including much-needed affordable housing, and shaping a development that brings lasting benefits to local residents and the wider area.”
Savills Cambridge were appointed to market the scheme to secure the buyer. Shakespeare Martineau’s Hannah Brassington-MacDonald delivered the legal negotiations and agreements.
Joe Last, associate director in the development team at Savills Cambridge, said: “We’re delighted to have agreed the purchase of this important site. The development represents an exciting opportunity to deliver sustainable growth and contribute to the supply of much-needed new homes in the local area.
“We had strong interest from a number of parties, but from the outset untypical demonstrated a capacity to meet the requirements of the site owners and our client, Colecar, who achieved the original planning permission. This successful conclusion is testament to the hard work of all involved and we look forward to seeing the plans take shape.”
Construction is expected to begin in Spring 2026, subject to planning approval.
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