Weston Homes and partner Tesco intend to submit a planning application in the Spring of 2019 to redevelop the Tesco store and carpark at 822 High Road in Goodmayes into a new mixed use development.

The 10.4 acre site is located next to Goodmayes Railway Station and is opposite Barley Lane Park and if approved would be converted into a new Tesco store, a primary school and up to 1,400 new homes.

The scheme would consist of a series of striking contemporary buildings set in 7.9 acres of landscaped grounds, school playground space, residential amenity space and landscaped roofscape, complete with tree lined pedestrian walkways and public open areas. There would be parking at lower ground level for both the Tesco store and residential uses.

The partners are looking at creating a new community which will include 35% affordable housing, assisting in meeting Redbridge’s increased housing need.

In addition there is provision for a new 3-form primary school, new local employment space through the provision of workshops and cafes, and the creation of an enhanced public realm on the site.

Tesco intend to maintain continuity of trading if the site is  redeveloped, therefore a new store will be built in the current car park whilst the existing store remains open with a temporary car parking arrangement. Once the new store is complete and open, the old store will be closed and demolished.