Hilltop Park

Hilltop Park is a new affordable housing development in the Pennywell area of Sunderland.

294 high-quality homes, including a mix of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom houses, 2-bedroom bungalows, and apartments.

About the development

The site is located on the brownfield land between Chester Road and Presthope Road, Pennywell. 

The development will be built by both Gentoo and RE:GEN North East working collaboratively, combining expertise to ensure timely delivery of 294 high-quality homes, including a mix of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom houses, 2-bedroom bungalows, and apartments.

Most homes will be available for social rent, with additional options through shared ownership, ensuring a range of housing choices for local residents.

View our development page and find out more about shared ownership

Each property will be built to high standards of sustainability and energy efficiency, featuring:

  • Air source heat pumps
  • Smart meters
  • Solar panels
  • Full-fill cavity wall insulation
  • Electric vehicle charging points

These features are designed to reduce carbon emissions and help lower household energy costs, making sustainable living more accessible.

The development will also include public open spaces, play areas, and visitor parking, creating a welcoming environment for the whole community.

A postcode to use to search the nearby area is SR4 9HB.

The development will have wider social and economic benefits, such as: 

  • Providing an affordable home for more than 1,500 people  
  • Creating 198 jobs during construction 
  • Generating approximately £66.8 million economic output during construction  
  • Creating an additional council tax income of £588,997 

For any queries, call 0191 525 5878

Development timeline

  • July 2025 - Planning permission granted
  • September 2025 – Phase 2B start on site 
  • June 2026 - Phase 2A start on site 
  • Summer 2027 - First homes completed 
  • Summer 2030 - Completion

Development site plan

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