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Aerial view of a neatly arranged residential neighbourhood featuring rows of houses with red roofs and solar panels, lining a curving main road that leads to a central roundabout. The scene is framed by abundant trees and greenery, highlighting the area's planned layout and suburban character. Natural light casts soft shadows across the rooftops and streets, creating a calm, orderly atmosphere.

Your partner forlow or Zero carbonhigh qualityenergy efficient homes

We partner with housing associations and local authorities to deliver much needed energy efficient housing across the south east.

What’s more, through looking at the embodied carbon emissions associated with the construction of our homes, we will create a baseline from which we will work to reduce this as much as possible.

Together, we’ll determine the level of efficiency you want to achieve on your scheme.

What areenergy efficient homes?

Energy-efficient homes are built or updated to use less energy. They do this by keeping heat in during winter and out during summer. Good insulation, airtight windows, and smart heating systems all help. These homes often use less electricity and gas, which can mean lower bills. They are also better for the environment.

We're experienced in building all types of energy efficient homes, including:

  • Future Homes Standard homes: built to meet 2025 UK rules, these homes cut energy use and reduce carbon emissions by up to 80% with better insulation, low-carbon heating like heat pumps, and improved ventilation.

  • Net zero carbon homes: these homes balance the energy they use with what they generate through solar panels and smart design. They also use low-carbon materials to cut emissions during and after construction.

  • Zero Bills homes: in partnership with Octopus Energy, these homes use solar panels, heat pumps, and smart energy systems to supply all their power—so homeowners pay no energy bills for 5 to 10 years.

A modern brick house with solar panels on its roof. The house has white-framed windows and a small porch. A sign on the brick wall next to the house reads: "octopus energy ZERO BILLS No energy bills for 5 years Zero bills homes."

Bilsham Road,Yapton

We’ve completed 250 zero carbon ready homes in Yapton. These homes are 80% more efficient, meeting the future homes standard.

These homes achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) A rating. There are extensive electrical vehicle charging across the site and homes include hydrogen-ready boilers.

Hyde Group
  • 250 zero carbon ready homes

    Available in a selection of social rent, shared ownership, and rent-to-own.

  • Well insulated homes

    These homes achieve an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) A rating.

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A newly built two-story brick affordable home with solar panels on the roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with blooming white flowers. A paved walkway leads to the entrance, and a curved road runs alongside the property. In the background, additional houses of similar modern design indicate a newly developed neighbourhood focused on sustainability.
A row of contemporary brick houses lines a quiet residential street, each featuring a pitched roof fitted with solar panels. The homes are set back behind small green lawns, and a paved road runs parallel to the row. Overhead, the sky is partly cloudy, casting soft light across the scene.
Semi-detached brick house in a suburban neighborhood with a tiled roof and solar panels. Two white-framed doors suggest separate units, complemented by white-framed windows. A small front garden features green plants and a leafy tree under a partly cloudy sky.
A row of contemporary detached homes with red-tiled roofs and brick facades, each featuring solar panels integrated into the roof design. The houses are evenly spaced along a clean, quiet street under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds, reflecting a focus on sustainability within a modern suburban setting.
Two contemporary detached houses with red brick exteriors and pitched, dark grey roofs, positioned side by side along a paved driveway. Each has white-framed windows and doors; the left house features a chimney. Neatly maintained greenery borders the path, and a partly cloudy sky stretches overhead.
Three contemporary brick houses with steeply pitched roofs and front porches sit beyond a colorful wildflower field under a partly cloudy sky, creating a serene and idyllic residential scene.
A row of modern red-brick detached houses with pitched roofs lines a quiet suburban street. Each home features a small front garden and a private driveway; one driveway holds a parked car. The sky is bright with scattered clouds, suggesting a clear, pleasant day. The overall atmosphere is calm and residential.
Row of newly built red-brick townhouses with white-framed windows and pitched roofs, lining a paved road with a grassy verge and a bicycle parked out front under a partly cloudy sky.
Front entrance of a red brick house with a white wooden porch and red tiled roof. The door, numbered 61, is centered beneath a small gabled porch with decorative trim. White-framed windows flank the entrance, complementing the clean, traditional aesthetic.
Modern open-plan kitchen and living area with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island topped with a light countertop; large windows flood the space with natural light, highlighting the light wood laminate flooring.

Ockford Ridge,Godalming

In the latest two phases of the Ockford Ridge regeneration, we’re building 47 affordable homes that are net zero carbon.

Each home features a pre-insulated frame, air source heat pump, wastewater heat recovery, solar panels and EV charging. It saves as much renewable energy through the year as it produces.

Waverley Borough Council
  • 30 affordable homes

    Available in a selection of social rent, shared ownership, and rent-to-own.

  • Zero carbon in operation

    Each home features a pre-insulated frame, air source heat pump, wastewater heat recovery, solar panels and electric vehicle (EV) charging.

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A modern residential street with semi-detached houses featuring a mix of red brick and white-rendered facades. The nearest house has a red-tiled, pitched roof and a paved driveway bordered by a neat garden with flowering shrubs and ornamental grasses. Further houses line the background, some with solar panels on the roofs, under a partly cloudy sky that casts soft, natural light over the well-kept neighbourhood. The scene suggests a quiet, eco-conscious community.
Curved residential street lined with newly built brick houses, each featuring dark grey roofs fitted with solar panels. The scene is framed by neat greenery—trees, bushes, and well-kept lawns—under a partly cloudy sky, evoking a clean, sustainable, and modern neighbourhood atmosphere.
A contemporary single-storey house with a dark timber façade and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, set beneath a clear blue sky with scattered clouds. The slanted roof is fitted with sleek solar panels, emphasising sustainability.
A quiet residential street with modern townhouses featuring white and brick façades and dark roofs. A covered bus stop with a litter bin and a sign for route 2 stands on the pavement. The area is clean and green, with trees in the background and no people present.
Modern residential development on a clear day, featuring newly built houses with pitched roofs fitted with solar panels. The homes combine red brick and black cladding for a contemporary look. Several cars are parked in front of the properties, and the foreground includes leafy bushes with yellow flowers. A leafless tree stands to the right, hinting at early spring or late autumn.
A row of dark, rectangular solar panels is mounted on a sloped rooftop covered with asphalt shingles. The panels are aligned neatly under a clear blue sky, reflecting subtle sunlight. The scene conveys a focus on renewable energy and sustainable residential design, with no visible background distractions.
A residential street lined with modern suburban houses featuring pitched roofs and façades of brick and cream render. Several cars are parked in designated spaces outside the homes, while neat grass verges and small trees provide a landscaped setting. The overcast sky casts a subdued light, contributing to a quiet, everyday atmosphere. The scene reflects contemporary housing design and orderly suburban living.
Row of contemporary two-storey brick houses with dark grey tiled roofs and black-framed windows, each with small landscaped front gardens and paved paths leading to their entrances, creating a clean, uniform residential streetscape.
Modern house with six rooftop solar panels arranged in two rows on a dark grey tiled roof, under a clear blue sky on a sunny day.
A community playground nestled within a modern residential development on a cloudy day. The scene features a green lawn with scattered yellow wildflowers, surrounding play equipment including a merry-go-round, swings, and animal-shaped spring riders. Contemporary houses with brick and cream façades line the background, with several cars parked along the curb, creating a calm and family-friendly atmosphere.

Rotherlea,Petworth

This scheme includes 34 new affordable homes in Petworth. This development will bring much-needed affordable housing to the heart of the South Downs National Park, West Sussex.

The timber frame homes are designed to be highly energy efficient, equipped with many features to minimise their environmental impact. The community here will benefit from high quality housing that lowers energy bills.

Aster Group
  • 34 energy efficient affordable homes

    Available in a selection of social rent, shared ownership, and rent-to-own.

  • Timber framed houses

    Most of our new homes are built with timber frames, which are designed to be highly energy efficient.

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A quiet residential street featuring three newly built multi-story brick houses with red-tiled roofs and dormer windows. A black car is parked at the curb in front of the houses, which are enclosed by a low brick wall topped with black metal railings. Mature trees rise behind the homes, and the scene unfolds under an overcast sky, suggesting a calm, subdued atmosphere.
Two identical semi-detached brick houses with pitched tile roofs, each featuring a white garage door, front entrance, and upper and lower windows. The homes share a paved driveway and are set back from the road with small front lawns, in a quiet suburban setting.
A row of modern red-brick townhouses with red-tiled roofs lines a quiet street, each featuring a small front garden bordered by low brick walls. Several houses have garages, and a few cars are parked along the sidewalk under clear daylight. The scene is residential and neatly maintained.
A row of identical two-story townhouses with red-tiled roofs and warm brick exteriors sits beneath a clear blue sky. Each home features a white garage and front door framed by small porches. Paved driveways of light-toned bricks lead up to the houses, flanked by neat patches of grass. Upper-floor windows mirror those on the ground level, creating a balanced, uniform façade across the modern development.
A row of modern two-story brick townhouses with pitched roofs, chimneys, and symmetrical facades. Each home features large front-facing windows, a garage door, and a small garden enclosed by a low brick wall and wrought iron gate. A paved street with a tall streetlamp runs in front, contributing to the neat, residential setting.
A row of two modern townhouses with red-tiled roofs and cream-colored exteriors, each featuring a garage with a white door, upper and lower front-facing windows, and a small gable accent on the middle unit. The driveways are paved, and the rightmost home includes a small brick-paved entry area with greenery.
A modern, multi-story brick building with a red-tiled roof and several dormer windows. The structure features an archway at its center leading to a covered passage. It’s enclosed by a metal and brick fence, with a paved sidewalk and street in the foreground.
Suburban street view featuring several red-brick houses with red-tiled roofs and dormer windows. Two parked cars, including a Mini Cooper, are visible on the quiet street. A low brick wall and grassy verge with bollards line the foreground.
A brick pathway bordered by low brick walls and black railings leads to a wooden gate. Lush greenery peeks over the left side, while a yellow sign is visible on the right. In the distance, a red-roofed building is partially obscured by trees.
A modern open-plan kitchen and living area with a neutral palette. The kitchen features a stainless steel gas stove, oven, and range hood set against white cabinetry with silver handles and a light grey countertop. Dark wood laminate flooring defines the kitchen zone, while the adjacent living area has grey carpeting. Large windows and a glass door at the back flood the space with natural light and offer views of a garden.
A bright, modern kitchen with white cabinets, grey countertops, and stainless steel appliances. A double sink sits on the left beneath a window, while a gas stove with oven and overhead range hood is positioned on the right. Grey flooring leads to a large glass sliding door at the back, revealing a green lawn and letting in natural light
Backyard with a well-kept green lawn enclosed by wooden fences, set against a row of red-brick suburban houses with white-trimmed windows and red-tiled roofs under a cloudy sky.
Thakeham CEO Rob Boughton walks along a paved path with a dark gold dog.
Vision
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We're an independent founder-led business, which affords us the freedom to advocate for positive change in our sector. We challenge ourselves, our peers and the government to do things differently and better.

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Partnerships
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We build strategic partnerships that last, built on a shared vision of what housebuilding should be. Choose us for a quality product designed and built to outlast your investment cycle, while standing the test of time.

A newly built two-story brick affordable home with solar panels on the roof, surrounded by a landscaped garden with blooming white flowers. A paved walkway leads to the entrance, and a curved road runs alongside the property. In the background, additional houses of similar modern design indicate a newly developed neighbourhood focused on sustainability.
Affordable
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Everyone deserves a home they can be proud of. That’s why our affordable homes are built to the same high standard as private homes with no compromise on design, construction materials or care.

Close up shot of a kitchen sink, premium appliances in the Kensington showhome at Welborne Garden Village.
Quality
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Every development we build – and every piece of strategic land we own – reflects our commitment to quality and attention to detail.​ Nothing is overlooked. Everything is carefully considered.

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