Twenty-six new affordable homes have been completed in Chiddingfold following a £10 million programme aimed at helping local people remain in the village.

The scheme, led by Waverley Borough Council, has transformed five small, underused sites at Turners Mead, Pathfield, Queens Mead and Hartsgrove into a mix of one, two and three-bedroom homes for affordable rent and shared ownership.

The homes are intended to help people with links to Chiddingfold stay close to family, work and support networks at a time when affordable housing remains in high demand.

Councillor Janet Crowe, Waverley’s Co-Portfolio Holder for Housing (Delivery), said: “The handover of these final homes is a proud moment for everyone involved and marks the successful completion of an important investment in Chiddingfold.

“Providing decent and affordable homes is one of Waverley Borough Council’s key priorities. By making thoughtful use of five small, underused sites, we have delivered 26 genuinely affordable, energy-efficient homes while respecting the individual character of the village.

“These homes will give people with local connections more opportunities to build their lives in the community.”

The new properties include features designed to reduce energy costs, including air source heat pumps, rooftop solar panels, electric vehicle charging points, fitted kitchens and private off-street parking.

The development has also provided 19 additional parking spaces for existing council tenants at Pathfield Close, helping ease pressure on local parking.

Mayor of Waverley Councillor David Munro said the homes would “make a lasting difference” to Chiddingfold.

“It was a pleasure to visit Pathfield and see the quality of these new homes for myself,” he said. “These are warm, comfortable and thoughtfully designed homes that residents can be proud to call their own.”

The programme was delivered with Feltham Construction and supported by £631,617 from Homes England.