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Tuntum Housing Association has officially opened its newest affordable housing development in Stapleford, comprising 24 high-quality homes across Outcrop Road and Tarporley Court.

This milestone marks the completion of a transformative project that began in April 2023 and concluded in August 2025, delivering much-needed housing for affordable rent to support local families and individuals.

Built on a former brownfield site previously owned by Ford, the development sits just outside Stapleford town centre and reflects Tuntum’s commitment to regenerating underused land for community benefit.

The scheme includes 15 x two-bedroom flats at Tarporley Court and 6 x two-bedroom houses and 3 x four-bedroom houses at Outcrop Road.

This is Tuntum’s first development in the Borough of Broxtowe and its first properties to achieve an EPC rating of Band A for the 9 houses, thanks to the integration of solar PV panels and high-efficiency gas boilers, setting a new standard for sustainable housing within the association’s portfolio.

The development was delivered in partnership with MyPad Group, NCHA and Pelham, with a total scheme cost of £5.26 million which was met through Homes England and Tuntum funding and private finance.

Tuntum, a Black and Minority Ethnic (BME)-led housing association based in Nottingham, was established in 1988 to provide quality homes and services for diverse communities.

The official opening was celebrated with support from Broxtowe Borough Council and the Mayor of Broxtowe, Councillor Robert Bullock, who cut the ribbon to officially open the scheme.

Residents joined the festivities and Progress Zimba – the first resident to move into the development – was presented with a ceremonial key and flowers by the Vice-Chair of the Board for Tuntum, Nick Murphy, and Councillor Bullock in recognition of this special moment.

Mr Murphy said:

“Transforming this former Ford site into a vibrant new community is a powerful symbol of regeneration and renewal.

“We’re proud to have played a part in turning a disused industrial space into high-quality, affordable homes that will serve local families for generations to come.”

Barrington Billings, Director of Operations at Tuntum, who welcomed the Mayor and guests and gave the vote of thanks, commented:

“I have lived in Broxtowe for 30 years and am delighted to see this development come to fruition marking our first new development in the Borough, providing well needed energy efficient homes for families living in the area.”

The Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Robert Bullock, said:

“It’s fantastic to see this development now in use, helping to meet Broxtowe’s housing needs, providing social housing at an affordable rent within our Borough.

“I’m particularly glad to see that the properties have been awarded an EPC Rating of A, highlighting our commitment to providing sustainable housing that delivers benefits not only to our environment, but to our residents financial wellbeing.”

Jo Hill, Assistant Director for Development and Sales at Pelham, added:

“We’re delighted to have worked alongside Tuntum Housing Association and our partners to bring this high-quality, sustainable development to life in Stapleford.

“These new homes not only meet a vital housing need but also demonstrate what can be achieved through collaboration and a shared commitment to community-focused regeneration.”