Leading offsite construction manufacturer Remagin, part of Etex Group, is playing a key role in developing a new affordable retirement community in Oldham, Greater Manchester.
The project, called Sydney Grange and set to open later this year, uses Remagin’s innovative Light Gauge Steel Frame (LGSF) and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) technology. It’s being developed by McCarthy Stone and will deliver 51 affordable homes for older people in the Greater Manchester region.
The panels for the Sydney Grange development were manufactured at Remagin’s factory and assembled on-site in Oldham, shortening the construction process and reducing costs. This project is the first of its kind to use Remagin’s MMC solutions in full alongside the Older Persons Shared Ownership (OPSO) scheme, with apartments available for just £95,000 based on 50% ownership*.
Shahi Islam, Director of Affordable Housing at Homes England, recently visited the site. He said:
“McCarthy Stone's Failsworth development is an excellent example of high-quality and affordable housing for older people. We are pleased to support it through our older persons shared ownership scheme which forms a key part of Homes England’s efforts to provide suitable housing and build strong communities. Expanding the use of MMC is also a priority for the programme so it’s great to see the success of the partnership with Remagin. We look forward to supporting this model and seeing it progress.”
Remagin’s role in Sydney Grange highlights the importance of innovative construction methods in delivering large-scale affordable housing. The manufacturer has strengthened the regional construction sector while helping to create affordable, energy-efficient homes to meet the growing housing demand in the North West.
Patrick Balemans, Head of Division at Etex New Ways and Remagin, said:
“This project shows how Modern Methods of Construction can meet the increasing demand for affordable, energy-efficient and high-quality housing. By manufacturing the panels in our Leeds facility, we’ve been able to reduce build times while contributing to the local economy and supporting the supply chain in the North West. We look forward to continuing our work on similar projects that combine speed, value and cost-efficiency.”
Sydney Grange is the first of several projects McCarthy Stone and Remagin will deliver across the Midlands and the North, addressing the urgent need for affordable homes for older people. The use of MMC is expected to reduce construction timelines by up to 50%, while offering sustainable, energy-efficient homes that lower ongoing costs for residents.
John Tonkiss, CEO at McCarthy Stone, added:
“We are delighted to showcase the first of what will be many more affordable retirement communities that we’ll build in partnership with Homes England and Remagin. This groundbreaking model allows us to deliver new retirement apartments at affordable prices, particularly in areas like Greater Manchester where there is a strong need for affordable housing for older people."
For more information about Remagin’s affordable housing solutions, please email: remagin@etexgroup.com
For more information about retirement living at Sydney Grange, please call 0800 201 4384 or visit: www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/sydney-grange-failsworth