York Rise Development

Key Features

Etec were appointed by the London Borough of Bromley to complete the redevelopment of York Rise, a brownfield site near Orpington Station, delivering 35 affordable homes to address local housing needs.

The development comprises one, two, and three bedroom units, including wheelchair-accessible homes, arranged around a landscaped, community-focused cul-de-sac with shared gardens and play areas.

The scheme promotes inclusivity, biodiversity, and wellbeing through sensitive re-landscaping, retention of wild fringes, and sustainable construction methods.

Delivered using Modern Methods of Construction, the project provides, high quality, and energy-efficient homes that support Bromley Council’s commitment to sustainable and affordable housing delivery.

Challenges and Solutions

Inheritance of incomplete scheme due to the contractor entering into administration.

Required detailed surveys and design validation.

Complex M&E and environmental compliance issues were resolved through PCSA collaboration.

The management of constrained budget and programme challenges while maintaining quality.

We ensured seamless build continuity and stakeholder confidence through transparent communication.

Innovations

Adopted Modern Methods of Construction to accelerate delivery and minimise disruption.

Retained wild fringes and enhanced planting to boost biodiversity.

Created a community-focused layout with shared gardens and play areas.

Client Comments

“It was a pleasure to mark the completion of this lovely new housing, which will soon see Bromley residents move in and start to make this development their home.”
- The Mayor of Bromley,
Councillor Jonathan Andrews

“This is another tick in our growing list of affordable housing developments, providing 35 new homes for Orpington on a difficult site to further help residents on the borough’s housing register.”
- Executive Councillor for Renewal, Recreation and
Housing,
Councillor Yvonne Bear