Sale of Residential Development Site in Lower Somercotes to Harron Homes
13/08/2025
Mather Jamie is pleased to announce the successful sale of a residential development site at Lower Somercotes, Alfreton, Derbyshire, to Harron Homes.
The 12.5-acre site, located off Lower Somercotes benefitted from Outline Planning Permission for the development of 99 new homes with associated landscaping and recreational open space. A subsequent Reserved Matters application secured the development of 90 new homes.
The land was brought to market by Mather Jamie and attracted interest from a range of housebuilders due to its strategic location, planning status and proximity to key transport links. The site is situated just south of the A38, offering excellent connectivity to Derby, Nottingham, Mansfield and the wider East Midlands region.
The sale to Harron Homes, a respected Yorkshire-based developer known for delivering luxury housing across Yorkshire and the North Midlands, paves the way for a high-quality residential development. The approved planning includes a Section 106 Agreement requiring 30% of the homes to be delivered as affordable housing, comprising 90% Affordable Rent and 10% Shared Ownership.
Robert Cole, Director at Mather Jamie, commented “We’re pleased to have concluded this sale to Harron Homes, who are well placed to bring this opportunity forward and deliver a high-quality new neighbourhood in Somercotes. The site’s location and planning status made it particularly attractive, and we’re proud to have secured a successful outcome on behalf of our client.”
A spokesperson for Harron Homes added “We’re delighted to have acquired this well-located site in Lower Somercotes. The development will form part of our ongoing strategy to provide high-quality, desirable homes in sought-after locations. We look forward to working with the local authority and community as we bring forward our plans for the site.”
Harron Homes is expected to commence development in the near future, bringing much-needed housing to the Amber Valley area and supporting the continued growth of this well-connected Derbyshire community.