Former Police Houses, Fairfield, Tynedale Terrace, Hexham

Complex of redundant police houses that have been earmarked for redevelopment. The homes have been unoccupied since around 2017 and are now derelict following a period where they have been allowed to deteriorate. If pursued, new development is likely to take the form of a more intensive housing scheme, more in keeping with the characteristics of the surrounding development. Disposal options are now being reviewed by the Police Authority. A redevelopment proposal would involve demolition of the existing dwellings, with corresponding loss to stock, but, once the new-build element is complete, will constitute an overall net gain. The whole site is now being marketed with the intention that it is redeveloped following sale. A scheme of around 8 net additional homes (taking account of the demolition of the existing homes) considered developable in the medium-term (6 to 10 years). Allocated for housing in the Northumberland Local Plan (2022) and also in the Hexham Neighbourhood Plan (2021).