Plans to deliver 147 new affordable, energy efficient homes in Oldham move forward

FCHO has partnered with national developer Vistry Group to deliver 147 affordable and energy efficient homes at a key brownfield site in Oldham town centre.

The project, known as Southlink, is at the site of the former Oldham Mumps Railway station and it will be our biggest development to date, if planning permission is granted.

Upon completion, FCHO will make 98 of the family homes available for social rent, 40 for shared ownership and nine for rent-to-buy.

The properties - on land jointly owned by Oldham Borough Council and Transport for Greater Manchester - will be built to the Government’s Future Homes Standard to ensure carbon emissions are reduced by 75-80% compared to current standards.

Additionally, the site has excellent transport links into Manchester, with the Mumps Metrolink station nearby.

“FCHO is delighted to be partnering with Vistry Group to deliver Oldham’s next flagship housing scheme and our biggest ever development," said our Chief Executive Mark Gifford.

“Southlink is an exciting and financially strong project and, if granted planning permission, will create much-needed family homes people can afford to rent or buy and be proud of.

“Doing so will help meet Oldham’s housing priorities, especially in regards to social rents, and support community wellbeing, sustainability, and opportunity. Southlink also supports the council’s ambitions for a fairer, greener, and more prosperous borough.”

Matthew Parkes, Managing Director, Vistry Manchester and Cheshire East, added: “We’re thrilled to have been selected for this important project, which aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver high-quality, affordable homes that meet the needs of local communities.

“This development not only revitalises a long-vacant brownfield site but also provides sustainable, energy-efficient homes in the heart of Oldham.”

The plans have now been submitted with Oldham Council set to determine the application.