Work has started on a new housing development in Salford, featuring a modern GP practice and 69 eco-friendly homes for over-55s.
Salix Homes is working with Caddick Construction to transform disused land on Arrow Street, Broughton, into a sustainable independent living scheme built to Passivhaus standards – a type of low-energy home designed to stay comfortable all year round with minimal energy use.
The development also includes new, modern premises for Mocha Parade GP practice. The practice has been operating from temporary accommodation on the edge of its practice boundary since its original site was demolished in 2020 as part of local redevelopment. The new facility will bring it back into the heart of the community, expanding from three to five clinical rooms and supporting future growth.
Patients of Mocha Parade GP practice should continue to attend appointments as usual, with no changes to contact details during the development.
Liam Turner, Chief Executive at Salix Homes, said:
“We’re incredibly excited to begin construction on this innovative new housing development… delivering homes that are desirable, sustainable, and better meet the needs and aspirations of the older generation.”
“This development will create a supportive environment for older people with access to essential health services right on their doorstep.”
Dave Saville, Regional Managing Director at Caddick Construction, said:
“We are always proud to be involved in the delivery of new housing that make a difference to people’s lives. We look forward to delivering this fantastic scheme on Arrow Street.”
Philip Etchells, Associate Director at OMI Architects, added:
“It has been a pleasure working with Salix Homes and the rest of the design team and we are excited about now getting this innovative Passivhaus scheme into construction.”
Anna Ganotis, Head of Primary Care (Salford), NHS Greater Manchester, said:
“We welcome this much-needed development, which will provide a modern, fit-for-purpose site for residents and support the health and wellbeing of the community.
“Having high-quality healthcare facilities integrated into a scheme like this is an important step in meeting future demand and improving access for older people.”
The scheme includes 66 one-bed and three two-bed apartments, with 11 homes designed for residents with additional mobility needs. Completion is expected by the end of 2026, with the GP practice expected to move in by early 2027. The project is part-funded by Homes England.
