Accent Group Ltd

We are proud to announce that Standard and Poors have re-affirmed its credit rating on Accent as ‘A’ with a stable outlook. This confirmation of rating sends a positive message in respect of Accent’s ability to deliver on our commitment to our customers and investors against the backdrop of a challenging economic environment. We are well placed to deliver our new 2024-2027 strategy 'Building on Strong Foundations' and continue supporting the resolution of the housing crisis in the UK.

This week our team celebrated the completion of 75 new affordable homes in Biddenham, Bedfordshire. We were joined by partners Dandara, Pick Everard, WT (UK & Europe) and Bedford Borough Council to tour the site and mark this exciting milestone. These homes offer local people an invaluable opportunity to step onto the property ladder, or rent affordably, fostering a sense of stability and security within their community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dDcMBjGH

We’re showcasing our Bell Road Bottisham development this Rural Housing Week. This scheme of 50 affordable homes is being built with Lindum Group in the heart of a small East Cambridgeshire village. With a population of just over 2,200, our new affordable homes will allow local people to stay in the area they love – whilst adding to the vibrancy of the local community. The purpose-built allotments and play area will enable local residents and neighbours to enjoy nature together. Handovers have already begun, and we look forward to welcoming all our new customers to the Accent family throughout the coming months. #RuralHousingWeek

This week our colleagues toured some of our new housing schemes under construction in Cambridgeshire. Our Development Team regularly offers site tours to colleagues at Accent so they can see how their combined efforts contribute towards the delivery of high-quality, affordable homes. These homes will soon be available across different tenures to those who need them most, and we're proud to be collaborating with Lindum Group and Burmor Construction Limited on these sites. It was fantastic to witness their progress as we continue to deliver a substantial program of new, energy-efficient homes for our future customers. #TeamAccent #MakingHomesHappen #AffordableHomes

Accent and Allison Homes has marked the launch of new affordable homes at Elsea Park in Bourne with a £4,800 donation to local charity Inspire+. Inspire+ is a sports education charity that aims to positively impact young people's lives through innovative and educational community initiatives. The charity’s Founder, Vincent Brittain, met with representatives from Allison Homes and Accent on Monday to receive the donation, which forms part of the housebuilder's pledge to donate £100 to a local charity for each new home built through a partnership scheme. All 48 homes on this phase of Elsea Park are designated for affordable housing, with a tenure split of 65% available through affordable rent and 35% through shared ownership. The first units at the development are expected to be available in March 2025.  Read more: https://lnkd.in/eCBiFNPm

This Rural Housing Week, we’re reflecting on our ambitious development programme and our commitment to rural schemes which meet local housing need. Rural affordable homes provide numerous social and economic benefits, but can be a challenge to deliver.  Our teams work hard to ensure a pipeline of affordable housing in communities that require homes for shared ownership and affordable rent; allowing local people to get on the housing ladder or afford to stay in their chosen area. https://lnkd.in/eHxTCPv3 #RuralHousingWeek

Are you looking for a workplace that values your contribution, supports your growth, and genuinely makes a difference in people's lives? At Accent, we’re proud to support and inspire our team. WHAT WE OFFER: ⏰ A 35-hour work week that supports work-life balance. 🌴 Start with 28 days, increasing to 33 over time (plus bank holidays) 🏡 Home working options (depending on the role) 💼 Pension choices that best suits your needs. And much more. Check out our latest vacancies now! 🔍 https://lnkd.in/e9U85-Nw

Number 42! Accent are delighted to be included in this year's Top 50 Biggest Builders.    With an ambitious approved pipeline over the next few years, we'll continue to build high quality, sustainable and affordable new homes for those who need them the most. 

We're excited to have received the keys for the first new homes in Sutton, Central Bedfordshire. A big welcome to our new customers who are moving in! This beautiful development of 7 new homes for affordable rent or shared ownership is being constructed with Cora. Each of these homes are built using modern methods of construction, and come with MVHR heat recovery systems and solar panels to boost their green credentials and minimise costs for customers. AECOM #AffordableHousing

We are delighted to announce that our Development Team have been shortlisted for ‘Development Team of the Year’ in the Inside Housing Development Awards! This category looks to recognise ambition and excellent performance, with high quality new homes delivered to meet the needs of customers. The judges were on the look-out for outstanding achievement, new construction methods, innovation and sustainability. Sarah Ireland, Interim CEO said “I’m delighted Accent’s Development Team have been shortlisted for this prestigious award. The team have worked incredibly hard to deliver our ambitious development programme from scratch, and over the last few years have shown real commitment, innovation and resilience in a challenging sector and market. Together we have housed 1664 people in the last financial year alone in our new-build homes, with an approved pipeline of 1200 further homes at various stages of contract. What a team!” The team will find out if they’ve won at the end of September - fingers crossed! 🤞