550 New Homes Planned for Wadebridge – But What Will It Mean for the Town?

A public consultation has begun on proposals to bring 550 new homes to Wadebridge, with residents now invited to share their views online.

New Website Opens for Public Feedback

Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon has launched a new website for Wadebridge residents to comment on the plans and help shape how the town tackles the housing crisis. The hybrid planning application includes outline permission for up to 400 homes and full approval for an additional 150 as the first phase.

Land Gifted for Community Facilities

If approved, the development at Church Park would include a range of community benefits. Land would be gifted through a Section 106 agreement for an on-site primary school, while a new medical centre with dental provision and a sports pitch would be delivered off-site, closer to the town centre. Public open spaces and fully equipped play areas also form part of the proposal.

Focus on Sustainability and Local Needs

All the homes will be zero carbon-ready, featuring air source heat pumps and electric vehicle charging points. The plans include a biodiversity net gain on-site, with a proposed green wildlife corridor, secondary corridors connecting to the rural edge, and a ‘Green Buffer’ separating existing infrastructure from future development.

Thirty per cent of the properties would be ringfenced for a housing association to help meet local demand. Cornwall Council currently has around 25,000 people on its housing waiting list.

Access and Layout

The site lies to the south-east of Wadebridge and has been identified as a growth site in the Council’s Local Plan. Primary access would be from the A389, with new pedestrian and cycle routes linking the development to the wider town and surrounding green spaces.

Developer Statement

Commenting on the plans, Managing Director of Persimmon Homes Cornwall & West Devon, Andy Hill, said:

“I’m pleased to announce Persimmon has released this website for local people to have their say on our application to deliver much-needed new homes and key infrastructure in Wadebridge.

“Our plans include substantial investment housing association properties, land for a school on-site, and the delivery of a medical centre or sports provision for the town, demonstrating our commitment to supporting local services alongside tackling the local housing crisis.

“With a range of house types, sizes, and tenure, this integrated and sustainable residential community will bring a whole suite of benefits to the area, as well as ecological enhancements and utilise outdoor space.

“We look forward to working with councillors, residents, and the local authority to bring to life the vision of Wadebridge’s role as a strategic growth town.”

The Church Park development aims to support Wadebridge’s long-term growth while delivering much-needed affordable and sustainable homes for the community.

Visit the website here – https://app.gocollaborate.co.uk/cornwall/church-park-wadebridge/

📷image of the masterplan layout for the hybrid application