Our Proposals
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a vibrant and well-integrated community that not only meets local housing needs but enhances the area for future generations. Elwood Gardens has been thoughtfully designed to promote sustainable living, with tree-lined streets, high-quality green spaces, and energy-efficient homes. With connectivity, biodiversity, and modern homes, we want to create a beautiful and thriving place where people feel proud to live.
Meeting Housing Needs with a David Wilson Homes Difference
There is a well-documented housing shortage across the UK, and Councils are required to allocate land to meet local housing needs. Cheshire East Council is currently unable to demonstrate an adequate supply of housing, highlighting the need for well-planned, sustainable development. Elwood Gardens will contribute to meeting this demand, delivering high-quality homes while enhancing the local area.
Our Proposals
- Up to 90 new homes in a diverse selection of types and tenures, with a 30% affordable homes provision.
- High-quality, energy-efficient homes designed to reflect the character of Nantwich and promote sustainable living.
- Green infrastructure including a central green corridor, community orchard, and recreational spaces with seating areas and play facilities. Existing trees and hedgerows will be retained and enhanced where possible.
- Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) to manage surface water effectively and reduce flood risk.
Outline Planning Application
We are currently preparing an Outline planning application, which will establish the principle of the development, including the scale, land use, and access arrangements from London Road. This type of application allows the council to assess whether the site is suitable for development, without the finer design details at this stage.
If the Outline planning application is approved, we will submit a Reserved Matters application, which will set out the detailed design of the development, including the layout, appearance of homes, landscaping, and any remaining site-specific features.
An Outline planning application is the first stage in the planning process. It seeks approval for the principle of development on a site, including key factors like land use and access. However, detailed aspects – such as house designs, materials, and landscaping – are determined later through a Reserved Matters application. This process ensures a structured approach to planning and allows for further community input on the final design.
Thoughtfully Designed
Our masterplan has been designed to seamlessly integrate the development with the surrounding area. New homes will be set within tree-lined streets and green corridors to create an attractive and well-connected community. Walking and cycling routes will provide sustainable transport options while promoting an active lifestyle. As an industry leader, we take pride in creating attractive places people feel proud to come home to – delivering high-quality and sustainable homes.
High-Quality, Sustainable Homes
Each home at Elwood Gardens will be built to high standards of design and energy efficiency, featuring EV charging points, modern building fabrics, and sustainable technologies. Designed to meet the Future Homes Standard, our energy-efficient homes will reduce carbon emissions while lowering running costs for residents. As a leader in sustainable homebuilding, we are committed to creating well-designed, comfortable, and environmentally responsible homes that support both people and the environment.
Illustration of possible sustainability features
Connected Community
Elwood Gardens will be sustainable and well-connected, with a primary vehicular access point off London Road, designed to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow. The site benefits from excellent transport links, with Nantwich Town Centre and Nantwich Railway Station just a 10-minute bike ride away. Existing bus services and cycle routes provide sustainable travel options, reducing reliance on cars and encouraging active travel.
A network of safe, well lit pedestrian and cycle routes will run throughout the site, linking homes to open spaces, public transport, and key local services. Comprehensive transport assessments show that Elwood Gardens will not cause significant disruption to the local highway network. Where necessary, we will work with the local authority to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place to maintain smooth traffic flow and improve connectivity for all residents.
A Diverse Development
Elwood Gardens will provide a mix of homes, creating a balanced and diverse community that meets the needs of local people. The site will feature a variety of house types, with 30% of the homes allocated as affordable homes, interspersed throughout the site.
Beyond the homes themselves, Elwood Gardens has been designed to create a strong sense of community, with safe streets, green spaces, and well-connected walking and cycling routes. A village green, play area, and landscaped public spaces will provide places for people to meet, relax, and enjoy outdoor recreation, helping to build a thriving and welcoming neighbourhood.
A Sustainable Neighbourhood
Elwood Gardens has been designed to enhance biodiversity, provide green spaces, and integrate seamlessly with its surroundings. A central green corridor will run through the heart of the site, offering a network of open spaces, walking and cycling routes, and habitat areas to support local wildlife. We will retain and enhance existing mature trees and hedgerows where possible, strengthening natural boundaries and creating a green buffer between new and existing homes. New woodland planting, wildflower meadows, and nature-friendly landscaping will further improve biodiversity.
A village green and play area will provide community spaces for recreation, while landscaped corridors will connect residents to open spaces and sustainable transport links. Sustainable drainage features, including SuDS ponds and attenuation basins, will manage surface water naturally, contributing to both resilience and visual appeal.
Case Study
Stapeley Gardens
We previously delivered the Stapeley Gardens development, located adjacent to the Elwood Gardens site. This well-established community has provided high-quality, energy-efficient homes in a thoughtfully designed environment, integrating green spaces, safe walking routes, and a strong sense of place.
Our experience in delivering Stapeley Gardens informs our approach to Elwood Gardens, ensuring we continue to provide exceptional homes that respect the character of Nantwich while meeting modern living needs.
Case Study
Maylands Park
Maylands Park is our latest development in Nantwich. Our carefully designed homes are built to high standards of energy efficiency and quality, creating a community that blends high quality design with inviting green spaces and excellent transport links. Drawing on our experience in delivering thoughtfully planned neighbourhoods, Maylands Park caters to both families and professionals.