8 INDUSTRY NEWS
Newett Homes strengthens leadership team with addition of Mathew Drake as head of land
reputation for delivering exceptional homes and communities, said the fi rm In April this year Newett Homes secured its fi rst site outside of orshire with the acquisition of a seven-acre greenfi eld site in the incolnshire village of Kirton in Lindsey, representing a key milestone in its long-term strategy to expand its geographical footprint beyond the region.
Established in 2017, Newett Homes is an award-winning housebuilder dedicated to delivering quality-led homes in hand- picked locations. Employing over 70 people, the business currently has 10 active developments, supported by a growing land pipeline.
In March 2026, it was awarded its
fi rst fi vestar rating from the ome Builders Federation (HBF) recognising the businesses continued commitment to excellence in build quality and outstanding customer experience.
Newett Homes has appointed Mathew Drake as its new head of land, reinforcing the company’s ambitious growth plans. Mathew joins the Yorkshire housebuilder with more than 20 years’ experience in land acquisition and residential development, having built an impressive track record of identifying and securing strategic development opportunities throughout the region. Prior to joining Newett Homes, Mathew held senior land roles at Bellway Homes Yorkshire and spent more than 12 years with Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West Division. Throughout his career, Mathew has led complex land acquisitions from initial appraisal through to contract completion and planning delivery, securing opportunities through both competitive tender processes and off market transactions. He has also established strong relationships with landowners, agents, promoters and key stakeholders across the region.
In his new role, Mathew will lead Newett Homes’ land function, overseeing land acquisition strategy, planning and promotion, commercial appraisal, due diligence and pipeline growth to support the company’s continued expansion. athews appointment refl ects Newett Homes’ ongoing investment in its leadership team as the business continues its growth journey, expanding its portfolio of high-quality residential developments while maintaining its
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Vistry secures resolution to grant planning for 306-home brownfi eld scheme next to major London hospital site
Vistry has secured a unanimous resolution to grant planning permission from nfi eld ouncil for the partnership led regeneration of land adjacent to North Middlesex University Hospital in Edmonton for 306 new homes. The partnership with GLA Land and Property, Hyde and the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust will “unlock a complex brownfi eld site, commented istry The milestone “demonstrates how
Vistry’s partnerships model can bring together public landowners, affordable housing providers and public-sector organisations to unlock complex brownfi eld sites and accelerate the delivery of muchneeded homes, the mixed-tenure housebuilder said. Vistry was selected by GLA Land and Property as development partner following a competitive procurement process, and the scheme is being brought
forward with Hyde as the registered provider and long-term affordable housing partner.
Designed by architects HTA, the development will deliver a combination of 152 social rent homes and 154 intermediate homes,which include ey worker homes for eligible hospital staff. The proposals also include a nursery and cafe for residents and the surrounding community.
Around 1,700 m2 of open and play space will “sit at the heart of the
development, said istry, supported by new planting, sustainable drainage and improved walking and cycling routes. All of the homes will have private outdoor space, and 10% will be designed for wheelchair users.
The partnership aims to create “wider social value through local jobs, apprenticeships, skills and training opportunities, helping the investment in the site deliver a lasting benefi t for dmonton
The resolution is subject to completion of the Section 106 legal agreement, following which and construction is anticipated to begin later in 2026.
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