A new 90-home estate on a former school site is to be named Scholar’s Park.
Representatives from Bury council joined Hive Homes at an official ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the launch of the show homes at the
development, on School Street in Radcliffe.
The work to transform the brownfield site, formerly home to Radcliffe Riverside School, was made possible after the council was awarded
£882,000 brownfield housing funding by the Greater Manchester Combined Authority in 2022, which meant essential remedial works could be carried
out to prepare for the housing development now on site.
The aptly named Scholar’s Park housing development is being delivered by Hive Homes. The development will provide 90 three-bed and four-bed high quality homes, with 22 affordable plots and 68 for open market sale.
Coun Clare Cummins, cabinet member for housing, said: “This development is a key part of Radcliffe’s ongoing regeneration, transforming a disused brownfield site into attractive, affordable homes for local families.
“With the new high school and Radcliffe Hub set to open in 2026, alongside a range of other improvements across the town, Radcliffe is fast becoming an even better place for families to put down roots and thrive.”
When new homes are built, developers are required to make financial contributions to local facilities, known as a Section 106 Agreement.
Alongside the new homes at Scholars Park, Hive Homes are also contributing £246,000 towards improving Abden Street play area. Cams Lane Athletics Track, Close Park football facilities, Outwood football facilities, Radcliffe Cemetery and Radcliffe Pocket Park.
Ed Milner, managing director of Hive Homes, said: “We’re proud to play a part in Radcliffe’s regeneration by delivering high-quality homes that meet the
needs of local families.
“Scholar’s Park is a great example of how collaboration between developers and local authorities can transform unused land into a vibrant community.
“We look forward to welcoming more residents to their new homes in 2026.”
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