Bargate secures planning approval for 62-home scheme

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Housebuilder Bargate has secured detailed planning permission for 62 new homes at Berewood Garden Village in Waterlooville, marking the first phase of its involvement in the wider strategic housing development.

Approved by Winchester City Council, the scheme forms part of the Berewood masterplan led by Grainger plc, which has outline consent to deliver at least 2,550 homes alongside community infrastructure across a 250-acre site.

The approved development will be located off Marrelsmoor Avenue within the ‘Garden Suburb’ area of the masterplan, positioned on the western boundary of the site and overlooking open countryside and a nearby nature reserve.

It will deliver a mix of one- to four-bedroom homes, alongside a play area and new footpath connections linking into the wider development.

The project represents the first of two phases to be delivered by Bargate at Berewood, where it is currently the only Hampshire-based housebuilder working alongside national developers and master planners.

Focus on energy efficiency and infrastructure

The scheme includes a range of energy efficiency measures, with all homes set to incorporate air-source heat pumps, photovoltaic solar panels and electric vehicle charging points.

Parking will primarily be provided on-plot, with additional visitor spaces integrated into the layout. The development will also include landscaping and connections to surrounding green infrastructure.

Forty per cent of the homes, equivalent to 25 units, will be delivered as affordable housing, including both shared ownership and affordable rent options.

Integration with wider masterplan

Berewood Garden Village is a large-scale mixed-use development that includes housing, schools, employment space and open green areas. The River Wallington runs through part of the site, which also features existing woodland and wildlife habitats.

The masterplan is structured around five key character areas, with the Garden Suburb designed to reflect the surrounding Hampshire landscape through planting and layout.

Jonathan Quarrell, senior planning associate at Bargate, said: “We’re very pleased to receive approval via delegated powers from Winchester City Council for these 62 new homes at Berewood Garden Village. By working with the masterplanners and Grainger PLC, we’ve adhered to the principles of the overall design code, whilst bringing Bargate’s hallmark architectural elements, first-class craftsmanship and high-spec interiors.”

Steve Birch, land and planning director at Bargate, added: “This particular designated development area is an idyllic spot, with uninterrupted views of the nature reserve, ponds and close proximity to play areas and the new primary school. It’s without doubt an ideal location for first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers, and we can’t wait to bring our thoughtfully designed and energy-efficient homes here to this fantastic growing community.”

Jonathan Kennett, senior project manager at Grainger plc, said: “We’re delighted that Bargate has secured planning approval and look forward to welcoming the team on site, as they begin delivering this phase of the wider development.”