Biggleswade Garden Village cited as leading example in government housing announcement

Deputy PM, Angela Rayner cites Biggleswade Garden Village as a prime example of sites ready to deliver growth.

Biggleswade Garden Village has been highlighted as a key example in the UK Government’s latest housing announcement, which introduces the ‘New Homes Accelerator’ programme to unlock thousands of new homes across the country.

The government’s press release, published on August 29th 2024, outlines new measures to accelerate housing delivery, with Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, citing Biggleswade Garden Village as an example of where significant growth can be achieved.

Martin Bellamy, Salamanca Group Chairman and CEO, comments: “I am pleased to have had Biggleswade Garden Village mentioned as a prime example of achievable growth. Salamanca Group will look to work closely Homes England and the announced  ‘New Homes Accelerator’ programme to deliver quality homes as quickly as possible.”

The vision for the Garden Village east of Biggleswade is a significant development designed to support the delivery of locally specific social, economic and environmental value while aligning with the government’s ambition to unlock housing delivery and create prosperous places across the UK.

Read the full announcement here.

Learn more about East Biggleswade here.

About Salamanca Group

Salamanca Group is a UK based strategic investor focused on investing in transformational opportunities that intersect real estate, energy, and infrastructure.

We stimulate economic uplift by creating sustainable employment opportunities for future generations in clean growth industries, while also addressing the need for quality homes and leisure environments, fostering long-lasting positive social impact.

We work with governments, investors, and local communities to accelerate strategic sites that align with our vision. Our experience and expertise underpins how we transform underutilised locations into globally competitive destinations.

Our work ensures that leading global companies are drawn to invest in the UK, establishing economic hubs that deliver sustainable employment for future generations while fostering long-term economic prosperity and growth.