22 July 2025

The major £800 million regeneration of the Teviot Estate in East London’s Poplar has secured planning approval.

Led by The Hill Group in collaboration with housing association Poplar HARCA, the project will deliver a total of 1,928 new homes across four phases, with 508 designated as affordable housing. The scheme also includes extensive public realm improvements, a purpose-built mosque and a new community centre, together with a complete re-landscaping of Langdon Park.

The BPTW-designed masterplan spans eight hectares and features a diverse mix of modern energy-efficient studio apartments, flats, and family homes. These aim to address existing issues around housing density and quality, and the new homes will be built to the latest sustainability standards. Improving resident access to green spaces is also a key priority, and this will be boosted through the transformation of Langdon Park, as well as the addition of more than 6,000 sqm of new public open spaces, and over 7,000 sqm of play spaces within the estate.

In a recent statement, Andy Hill OBE, founder and Chief Executive of The Hill Group, commented: “Gaining planning consent marks a significant milestone for Teviot and sets us firmly on the path to realising our joint vision. Our focus is on delivering well-designed homes and vibrant community spaces that truly serve local people. We’re eager to continue working closely with Poplar HARCA and residents to bring this vision to life.”

Commenting on the scheme securing planning approval, Waterman’s Transport Planning Lead for the scheme, Vincent Lasseaux, said: “I’m delighted to see this vital regeneration get the planning green light, marking the start of a new era for this bustling Tower Hamlets neighbourhood. This scheme is a great example of how transport and highways planning can be successfully integrated into a project’s earliest stages to deliver maximum impact for residents. With planning permission now in place, I’m excited to see the project get underway onsite in the near future.”

Construction on the first phase, which comprises 475 homes, 44% of which will be affordable, is set to begin in 2026, with initial completions anticipated by 2028.

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