We all want to see a fairer, more equal borough, where everyone has the opportunities to make the most of their life chances. We are committed to prioritising the things that are most important to residents like building safe, resilient communities, improving our schools and protecting local heritage.

The Capital Investment Strategy sets out how we will invest in new homes, community facilities and neighbourhood improvements, while also creating hundreds of new jobs, apprenticeships and training opportunities.

The majority of our projects are paid for through a combination of developer contributions and government grants, or dedicated funds to invest in building new affordable housing or improving existing council homes. These projects do not rely on the money that funds essential services for you and your family. 

Major regeneration schemes have progressed significantly this year, including new family sized homes at Marlowe Road Estate, Hepworth Place at Fellowship Square, and Priory Court. Construction also started to deliver the new Crematorium at Chingford Mount.

Local regeneration is also creating opportunities for residents, with the opening of Soho Theatre Walthamstow supporting 180 new jobs and bringing thousands of visitors into the borough. Improvements to parks, cultural venues and sports facilities have continued, including refurbished tennis courts at Rolls Park Sports Ground in Highams Park, a new play area at Lloyd Park, and upgrades to Vestry House Museum in Walthamstow.

The planned Chingford Mount Crematorium will serve our community for generations to come, providing a peaceful and tranquil place to remember loved ones. It will be the only such facility in the borough, and will make the process easier for grieving families. These are just some of the projects across the borough that we are working to deliver.

All in all, the Capital Investment Strategy aims to build a total of 3,209 new homes by 2029/30, including 1,924 affordable properties available for social rent, affordable rent or shared ownership. 

These opportunities are vital to help us meet our Mission Waltham Forest aims of building an economy that works for everyone in our community and tackling the housing crisis head on. We are determined to ensure that Waltham Forest continues to be a great place to live and age well. 

Read more about all our projects in the strategy below.