Hill and Octopus Energy are developing the nation's most extensive “zero bills” housing development, comprising 89 homes at Hollymead Square in Newport, Essex.

Residents will pay no energy bills for a minimum of five years.

Of the 89 total, 64 will be sold on the open market.

The remaining 25 will be made available for affordable rent and shared ownership by Clarion Housing Group.

"Zero Bills" is a smart proposition that allows customers to move into homes which are fully kitted out with green energy technology and with no energy bills.

Each property at Hollymead Square will be equipped with low-carbon technology, including solar panels, high-quality insulation, heat pumps, and home storage batteries.

Designed to exceed the energy requirements for each property, this high level of home energy technology is seamlessly integrated and optimised by Octopus' advanced tech platform, Kraken, to result in zero bills for homeowners.

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Construction of the new homes is underway, and the sales launch is due to take place on 20th January, with the first homes expected to complete in Spring 2024.

Michael Cottrell, zero bills homes director at Octopus Energy, commented: "This partnership with The Hill Group is the first giant leap in transforming the way we live in our homes and consume energy.

“This partnership pioneers a future where sustainable living is the standard for everybody, no matter their situation."

Greg Hill, deputy CEO at The Hill Group, said: “The new homes at Hollymead Square in Newport will provide a blueprint for future sustainable housing and mark the start of our fruitful strategic partnership to deliver new homes complete with cutting-edge low-carbon technology that enable zero energy bills.”

Richard Cook, group director of development at Clarion Housing Group, added: "We are thrilled to be partnering with Octopus Energy and Hill Group on such an innovative project.

“It’s crucial that we cut emissions and cut bills for homes of all tenures.

“I am proud that Clarion residents will be among the first to benefit from a Zero Bills home.”