Construction begins on 182 new council homes in Brentford

Posted 09/11/2026

Work is now underway on site to deliver 182 new council homes as part of the regeneration of Charlton House and Albany House in Brentford.

Councillors from Hounslow Council, along with delivery partner Higgins Partnerships, marked the occasion with a ceremony attended by the wider project team and representatives from the GLA.

The project will replace 92 ageing homes with 182 high-quality homes for social rent. Around 30% will be larger family-sized properties, helping to address the borough’s growing need for affordable housing,  particularly for local families.

Alongside the new energy-efficient homes, the project will provide ground-floor commercial space, creating opportunities for local businesses and services, and more than 2,500 square metres of landscaped green space to enhance the neighbourhood.

The scheme forms part of Hounslow Council’s wider housing and regeneration programme, one of the most ambitious in West London, which is delivering new homes, improved infrastructure and greater opportunities for residents. The plans have been shaped through extensive engagement, with more than 87% of residents in favour of redevelopment.

Councillor Tom Bruce, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Development at Hounslow Council, said: “Breaking ground at Charlton House and Albany House is a significant milestone in our plans to deliver more genuinely affordable homes and invest in Brentford’s future.

“We’ve worked closely with residents on these plans and we want this regeneration to bring benefits beyond the new homes, including jobs, green spaces and opportunities for businesses. Working with Higgins Partnerships, we’re creating a neighbourhood that people can be proud to call home.”

Declan Higgins, Chief Executive Officer for Higgins Group, said: “We are delighted to see work get underway at Charlton House and Albany House, delivering much-needed homes for Hounslow. Alongside providing high-quality, energy-efficient homes, we are committed to creating lasting community benefits through local training, employment and social value initiatives.”

As part of its commitment to delivering lasting social value, Higgins Partnerships has committed to working with local organisations and community groups to create opportunities that extend beyond construction.

This includes work experience opportunities for local residents, business support for community organisations and over 750 volunteering hours dedicated to supporting local projects, tackling homelessness and crime, and improving health and wellbeing across the borough.

The Charlton House and Albany House regeneration supports the Council’s commitment to deliver 2,500 affordable homes across the borough, helping to meet growing housing need while creating sustainable neighbourhoods for current and future generations.