Helen Peele Memorial Alms Houses
Southwark Council is planning new alms housing with United St Saviour's Charity, aiming for completion in 2029-30.
Southwark Council is planning new alms housing for older people, with a projected completion in Q3 2029-30, a March 2026 story reported. The council agreed to work with United St Saviour's Charity to explore the feasibility of approximately 50 social rent homes.
The proposed developments, on sites at 1 Ann Moss Way and 153-159 Abbeyfield Road, aim to replicate the principles of the Appleby Blue development. This project focuses on fostering neighbourliness through communal living for older residents.
Key facts
- Southwark Council is planning new alms housing for older people, with a projected completion in Q3 2029-30. Source
- The council agreed to work with United St Saviour's Charity to explore the feasibility of approximately 50 social rent homes. Source
- The proposed sites for the new alms housing are 1 Ann Moss Way and 153-159 Abbeyfield Road. Source
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