28 January 2026
Vistry and Latimer secure planning consent for 228 new mixed-tenure homes at Ebbsfleet
Vistry, the UK’s leading provider of mixed-tenure homes, and Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group, the UK’s largest affordable housing provider, have received planning consent from Ebbsfleet Development Corporation for Phase 4 (Parcel 10) of their Ashmere development in Ebbsfleet Garden City. Phase 4 will deliver 228 new mixed-tenure homes as part of the wider vision for a vibrant new community of 2,600 mixed-tenure homes in north Kent.
Of the 228 homes being delivered in Phase 4, 57 will be affordable homes with the remaining units planned for a mix of private tenures. This mix of tenures will provide a vibrant and inclusive community whilst meeting the growing demand for housing in the area. Construction is scheduled to commence in December 2026, with the first homes expected to be handed over in winter 2027.
The new homes will be set within a carefully designed landscape-led environment. Phase 4 is located adjacent to the proposed lake and neighbourhood green, giving residents direct access to high-quality public open space, walking routes and future recreational areas.
This fourth phase builds on the progress so far at Ashmere with 281 homes in Phase 1 delivered to their new residents, while the 235 homes in Phase 2 are on track for completion in summer 2026. Phase 3 is due to start on site in February 2026 and will deliver a further 216 homes. One- and two-bedroom apartments and three-and four-bedroom houses in Phase 2 are currently available for open market sale, with prices starting from £255,000.
All of these phases are delivering 25% affordable housing, in keeping with the principles of the masterplan, as well as green spaces, landscaping and play areas in keeping with the garden city concept, promoting a healthy, safe and sustainable lifestyle for residents.
Brendan Evans, Regional Managing Director at Vistry Kent, commented: "Securing reserved matters consent for Phase 4 is a major milestone for Eastern Quarry. This phase allows us to deliver high-quality, sustainable homes in a variety of tenures, contributing to the growth of the local community and providing new opportunities for residents.We look forward to starting construction and bringing this exciting phase to life."
Richard Cook, Chief Development Officer at Clarion Housing Group, said: “We are pleased to be continuing our partnership with Vistry to deliver new homes at Ashmere, including much-needed affordable housing as part of Ebbsfleet Garden City. This next phase supports our shared ambition to provide high-quality homes across a range of tenures, set within well-designed neighbourhoods with access to green space. Our focus remains on creating inclusive places that meet local housing needs and support thriving communities over the long term.”
Expected to be fully complete in 2040, Ashmere is being delivered in partnership with Clarion Housing Group and in collaboration with landowner Henley Camland. Vistry is also working with Ebbsfleet Development Corporation to deliver their vision for the Garden City.
With excellent road connectivity and the HS1 to London St Pancras only taking 17 minutes from Ebbsfleet International station, Ashmere is exceptionally well connected both locally and nationally, making it the perfect place to live for commuters. A fast-track bus route will link the development to Bluewater Shopping Centre and Ebbsfleet International train station