Newham Council and The Hill Group have opened 95 new affordable homes in Custom House, marking a major regeneration milestone that will deliver hundreds of energy‑efficient homes for local residents.
Newham Council and award-winning housebuilder The Hill Group have marked a major milestone in local housing today with the opening of 95 new genuinely affordable homes in Custom House, Newham.
The properties, part of the Custom House Regeneration Project, were formally opened by the Mayor of Newham Rokhsana Fiaz OBE.
The two sites, at William Patton Gardens and Freemasons Road form part of the first “kickstart” phase of the wider £3.7bn Canning Town and Custom House regeneration programme, which is transforming the area and delivering high-quality affordable homes for local people.
Delivered in partnership with Hill, the completed developments will create a total of 150 affordable homes across the kickstart sites, which will also include Vandome Close.
In total, 364 affordable homes will be delivered in Custom House as part of the programme.
Mayor of Newham, Rokhsana Fiaz OBE said: “This marks a hugely important moment for Custom House. These new homes are not just bricks and mortar, they represent security, stability and opportunity for Newham residents.
“We are delivering on our promise to provide genuinely affordable homes and make sure local people benefit directly from regeneration.
“London is facing a severe housing crisis and Newham is no exception. By working closely with our partners and listening to our communities, we are building safe, high-quality homes that people can afford, while also creating jobs and improving public spaces.”
Housing delivery is a core priority for the Council under Building a Fairer Newham, with Homes for Our Residents being one of eight priorities.
The construction has been led by Hill, with Bugler delivering additional sites at Vandome Close and Freemasons Road. The schemes form part of a wider, community backed plan agreed in December 2022, when residents voted in favour of proposals.
Michael Turner, Regional Director at The Hill Group, said: “We are proud to be working with Newham Council to deliver high-quality, affordable homes in Custom House. This milestone reflects what can be achieved through strong partnership working, a shared vision and a commitment to creating homes and places that residents can be proud of. Built to Passivhaus standards, these new homes are designed to be highly energy efficient, reducing environmental impact while providing warm, comfortable and affordable living for local people for generations to come.”
Hill and Bugler have both made strong social value commitments, supporting local employment, apprenticeships, training opportunities and ongoing community engagement throughout construction.
The Custom House developments form part of the Canning Town and Custom House Regeneration Project, one of the largest regeneration schemes in the capital. The £3.7 billion programme will deliver 10,000 new homes, with 3,500 already completed or underway, alongside a new town centre, community facilities, improved public spaces and enhanced transport connectivity.
