A sustainable urban extension on the western edge of Barwell, close to the A47, will comprise 2,500 new homes, 6.2 ha (15 acres) of employment space, a primary school, health centre and retail and community facilities.

Allocated within the district council’s local plan, the site has brought with it a focus for regeneration in the district centre of Barwell. Barwell is located 3 miles north of Hinckley and 12 miles west of Leicester