Our Vision

What is being proposed?

We’re proposing a carefully designed, landscape-led scheme that would deliver a mix of new homes for sale, rent, and shared ownership. The proposals include:

A range of house types and sizes to suit local needs

A minimum of 40% affordable housing, in line with local policy

  • 75% of affordable homes for rent
  • 25% available as shared ownership

A landscape led design that retains mature trees and introduces new planting, footpaths, and green corridors

Safe and sustainable walking and cycling links throughout the site

Vehicular access from Taunton Avenue, via Phase 2 of Hermitage Park

The existing public right of way (KB47) will remain unaffected

The Masterplan

Why here, and why now?

The site sits directly adjacent to the existing Hermitage Park development and is surrounded by established and planned residential areas within both Maidstone and Tonbridge & Malling Boroughs.

Croudace has engaged with Maidstone Borough Council through early pre-application discussions, and initial feedback has been positive.

Key reasons for bringing this site forward include:

  • Maidstone Borough Council currently cannot demonstrate a five-year housing land supply, meaning there is a recognised shortfall in new homes
  • The Government encourages local authorities to support sustainable and deliverable sites to help meet growing housing needs
  • This site is well connected, unconstrained, and offers a logical opportunity to build on existing investment in local infrastructure

Respecting the local environment

Our vision is to create a development that sits sensitively within the landscape and enhances biodiversity.

Ecological surveys have already been carried out and confirm that:

  • The site includes orchard, grassland, and a valuable tree-lined boundary
  • Reptiles and bats are present, though in low numbers
  • Existing habitats will be protected and new habitat features will be added to support wildlife

The emerging plans include:

  • Retention of mature trees and key orchard specimens, preserving the site’s existing natural character
  • A wildlife-friendly SuDS basin to manage surface water and support biodiversity, with informal use in dry weather
  • Extensive new planting, including native hedgerows, flower-rich grassland, and meadow margins
  • A new community orchard, providing ecological, recreational and visual benefits
  • Tree planting and green corridors across the site

What are the benefits?

This proposal would bring a number of benefits to the local area, including:

  • New homes to help meet local housing needs, including affordable options
  • A landscape-led masterplan that integrates with the wider Hermitage Park neighbourhood
  • New green infrastructure and habitat improvements
  • Safe, walkable connections to local services, schools, and public transport
  • Support for the local economy and community facilities