Construction has begun on two Repton Property Developments schemes that will deliver new homes in Trowse and Lingwood, transforming former school sites into high‑quality, local housing.
Repton, a company wholly owned by Norfolk County Council, continues to build on its successful programme of turning surplus public land into much‑needed local housing.
Councillor Jane James, cabinet member for corporate services and innovation at Norfolk County Council, said:
“These two schemes clearly demonstrate how Repton is continuing to deliver high‑quality new homes for Norfolk while generating a financial return for the council.
“By bringing forward developments on sites we know well, we are able to combine local insight with the expertise of our partners to ensure these projects work for our communities.”
In Trowse, the former primary school – originally built in 1874 – is being sensitively refurbished to create nine new homes, offering a mix of one, two and three bedroom properties through the full conversion of the historic building.
In Lingwood, Repton is redeveloping the site of the former primary school, which closed in 2014 before being demolished in 2020. The project will deliver 22 new homes.
Each scheme will be built to high, modern standards with air source heat pumps used across both sites. The properties in Trowse are also set to include solar panels and EV chargers.
Both developments are expected to be completed in the first half of 2027.
