The development sites are located alongside the A1306 and the joint venture will provide a mix of housing, including homes for affordable rent, shared ownership, market sale and private rent.

The sites are also close to a proposed new rail station, school, nursery and medical centre.

Kate Davies, chief executive of Notting Hill Housing, said: “The transformation of Rainham and Beam Park is a major strategic initiative for Havering Council and we are very pleased and excited to be working with them to help achieve their vision for the area.

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“That we are also able to increase the amount of affordable housing provided in this new suburb is a boost for everyone involved in the project, as well as the extra families who will benefit from high-quality housing within their budget.” 

Transport for London is also supporting the project with a plan to reduce traffic and create a new parkway for existing and new residents.

“This area is one of the last locations in London where truly affordable houses can be built for local people looking to settle and raise their families, alongside apartments and starter homes,” added Andrew Blake-Herbert, chief executive of Havering Council.

“Our ambition – that I know Notting Hill Housing shares – is to create quality homes alongside a series of green, open spaces that will help integrate existing communities and the new developments, and provide easy access to the brand-new Beam Park rail station.”