WHITEBIRK
April 2026
Welcome to Your Place, your newsletter about Place Shaping on Whitebirk.
Development update
Our contractor, Seddon Construction, is making strong progress across all 10 sites. A new haul road has now been created within the park area, allowing work to move ahead smoothly without blocking Worcester Road. This keeps the estate accessible and helps reduce disruption for residents.
Soil removal is almost complete across every site, including the park, paving the way for the next stages of development. One site has already had its foundations completed – a great milestone as the new homes start to take shape.
Work is also underway to prepare for the new access road, which will support the development as it moves forward. There will be some temporary road closures during certain phases, but we’ll keep these as short as possible and make sure residents are informed in advance.
Piling work has begun on several sites too. This can be noisier than usual, and we’re doing everything we can to minimise the impact. Nearby residents will have received a letter explaining what to expect.
We know construction can bring some inconvenience, and we truly appreciate your patience and support as this exciting project continues. These new homes will make a real difference to the community, and we look forward to sharing more updates soon.
Got a question?
Call 0300 555 5560 to speak to your Place Shaping Officer Kath Reeves, or complete an enquiry form on our website: www.togetherhousing.co.uk/ placeshaping-information
What’s happening next on site?
• Final preparations underway for the new access road
• Soil removal work on the park area continuing
• Foundations completed for new homes on some sites
• Ongoing work to prepare additional areas for future construction and improvements
• Piling work beginning across some sites, with increased noise expected during this phase
• Temporary road closures during certain stages of development, with efforts to minimize disruption and keep residents informed
If you have a question, want to know more or want to get this newsletter by email visit www.togetherhousing.co.uk/placeshaping-information
WHITEBIRK
We’ll continue to keep you updated on the progress of the development as it moves forward. Thank you for your support as we bring these new, energy-efficient homes to Whitebirk.
Commonplace, your online community platform
An exciting new community platform is here! Commonplace is your online community hub, making it easy to discover what’s happening with in Whitebirk.
By using Commonplace, you’re helping shape decisions that genuinely reflect your views, priorities and aspirations.
When you visit the Whitebirk page, you can explore what’s happening locally, keep up with planning activity, and share your thoughts directly on projects that matter to you. It’s a simple way to stay connected and have your say in the future of your community.
Use this QR code to visit the Whitebirk website.
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Update on home improvements
We’re on track to finish the home improvement works So far, we’ve completed
166 new kitchens, upgraded 9 bathrooms, and installed new windows in 33 homes.
They are making properties warmer, more comfortable, and better to live in. Thank you to all residents for your patience
Whitebirk 2000 Centre
Work is ongoing within the Whitebirk 2000 centre painting nearly completed and new carpet installed both community and youth session will be starting to commence in very near future.
Weekly Drop-in Sessions
You can also speak to us at the weekly dropin sessions run by your Place Shaping officer Kath Reeves and local Neighbourhood Officer Yvonne Holden.
Drop in every Thursday to the 2000 Centre 10am – 2pm.
We can answer your questions, and you can view our plans for the area.
If you have a question, want to know more or want to get this newsletter by email visit www.togetherhousing.co.uk/placeshaping-information