Swansea Council agrees deal for 141 affordable homes at Persimmon development

Daniel Bevan - Editor

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Swansea Council has agreed a deal with Persimmon Homes West Wales to acquire 141 affordable homes at the housebuilder’s Garden Village development between Gorseinon and Penllergaer.

The agreement marks the first time the council has taken direct ownership of the affordable housing element of a Section 106 planning agreement, expanding its affordable housing provision through a mix of council homes and discounted properties for first-time buyers.

Under the deal, 71 homes will be sold through a low-cost home ownership scheme, allowing eligible buyers to purchase below market value, while the remaining 70 properties will be retained as council housing.

The wider development, comprising the Llys Pentre and Cwrt y Brenin sites, is expected to deliver up to 750 zero-carbon ready homes alongside a primary school, commercial space, parks and other community facilities. The scheme will also include a community orchard, BMX pump tracks, play areas and a 5km perimeter trail.

Homes in the first phase will include solar panels and achieve EPC A ratings, while future phases are planned to meet Future Homes standards using air source heat pumps and photovoltaic panels.

Deputy Leader of Swansea Council Andrea Harrington said: “This is a landmark moment for Swansea Council in terms of the continued development of new and affordable homes across Swansea. Working with a prestigious housing developer such as Persimmon has enabled us to secure a large number of homes which we can offer to residents for purchase at a reduced price.

“Another important element of this development is the development of council-owned homes which will be available to families and individuals on our housing waiting list.”

Cabinet Member for Development Andrew Williams said: “The Council recognises the importance of working in partnership with housing developers to ensure that we can increase the level of housing in the city and meet the demands of residents.

“This is a significant increase, not only of the availability of affordable housing in Swansea, but also the increase in the Council’s own housing stock.”

Stuart Phillips, Managing Director of Persimmon Homes West Wales, said: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Swansea Council on this significant agreement, which will provide much-needed affordable housing for local people.

“This collaboration highlights our shared commitment to delivering high-quality homes and ensuring that the benefits of this development are felt across the community.

“We look forward to continuing our strong relationship with the Council to help meet the growing demand for housing in Swansea and the wider area.”