The executors of the Stanley Thomas Pinnel Estate have submitted a proposal for the construction of 59 homes on Fullers Field Land, west of Primrose Avenue in Wantage. This marks the second attempt by the developer to establish residences on this plot, following a previously denied application for the same number of homes in 2023.
Despite the recent submission of these plans, objections have already been raised by members of the community to the Vale of White Horse District Council. Hannah Brookes, a resident of Primrose Avenue, expressed concerns over the proposed entrance’s location, noting its position on a road bend significantly reduces visibility for vehicles, posing a safety risk to drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. She emphasized the potential traffic increase, stating, “The volume of traffic will make this hazard even greater, given that this will be the only access point for 52 houses.”
Jessica Peart, another local resident, highlighted infrastructure concerns: “The addition of more houses will increase congestion on an already overpopulated estate that lacks proper infrastructure and amenities.” She also pointed out the potential loss of green space, essential for residents’ physical and mental well-being, and noted its current use by local dog walkers.
Concerns about ecological impacts on local wildlife were also mentioned, given that the area has already been subject to significant development. The issue of traffic congestion remains a significant community worry, with fears that new homes will exacerbate current problems.
The development plan includes an allocation of 35 percent of the proposed homes as ‘affordable housing.’ In their planning statement, the developers outlined their vision for Fullers Field, aiming to create a high-quality residential neighborhood integrated with Wantage and the emerging Kingsgrove development. The proposal highlights the potential benefits of the landscape setting and the integration with planned facilities within Kingsgrove, such as schools, shops, and employment opportunities.
The plans propose new pedestrian and cycle routes to connect with the existing network in Kingsgrove, as well as a new vehicle access point from Kingsgrove. The developers argue that their proposals represent a natural expansion of Kingsgrove, linking it with Charlton and Wantage, surrounded by development on all sides.
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