Hallam Land first entered into an initial planning promotion with the landowners for the Ashford site in 2006.

A planning application was submitted in 2018, with the site receiving an allocation for housing in the Ashford Local Plan in 2019.

The council failed to make a decision on the application, which led Hallam Land to appeal in January 2025 based on non-determination. This appeal was successful.

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In addition to the 1,000 homes, of which 19% are affordable, the consent will deliver self-build plots, a local centre, a primary school, flexible office space and a community hall.

“Securing outline planning consent for 1,000 homes in Ashford marks another significant milestone for Hallam Land and reflects the strong momentum we are seeing across the business,” said Tim Roberts, CEO at Henry Boot.

“Hallam Land continues to prove its resilience and expertise in unlocking high quality development opportunities alongside landowners and local authorities.”