Former Castleford swimming baths site set for 69 affordable homes

Wakefield Council is supporting Vico Homes to build homes for rent and shared ownership on the site, with demolition work expected to begin in September.

The scheme is being supported by Section 106 affordable housing contributions from developers, which will provide 40 per cent of the funding.

Coun Andrew Wakefield, Wakefield Council’s cabinet member for strategic, housing, skills and business growth, said: “It’s great to see this former council site being transformed to provide affordable homes for local people. We'll continue to work closely with our partners and monitor the scheme so that these much-needed homes are available as soon as possible.”

The council sold the land to Vico Homes earlier this year.

Vico Homes has also secured funding from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority.

Coun Wakefield added: “By using Section 106 funding for the scheme, we've been able to support the delivery of a high-quality development at no cost to residents. The project will help meet local housing needs and bring life back to this part of the town.”

James Kilroy, head of new business and delivery for Vico Homes, said: “We’re proud to be bringing these much-needed affordable homes to Castleford, giving more local people the opportunity to put down roots in a safe, high-quality home. This development is an important step towards our ambition to provide 10,000 more homes over the next 10 years.”

The development is expected to be completed by summer 2028.