Councillors celebrate launch of Chaulden Meadows development in Hemel Hempstead

Before the ceremonial ribbon was officially cut by Cllr Catherine McArevey, Mayor of Dacorum Borough Council, attendees were invited to discuss the new development with senior representatives from Barratt David Wilson North Thames. As well as hearing about future plans for the site and the delivery of affordable homes, guests also enjoyed a tour of the two show homes.

Once complete, Chaulden Meadows will offer 1,100 two- to five-bedroom new homes, ideal for a wide range of buyers, with the first residents expected to move in at the start of 2026. Set to be a thriving new community, the development forms part of Dacorum Borough Council’s Local Plan, which will see 11,696 new homes delivered by 2040.

Working closely with Dacorum Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council, Barratt David Wilson Homes will help bring a range of much-needed facilities to the area, including a new primary school, a local convenience store, a community hub and square, a children’s day nursery and specialist accommodation for older people.

The Section 106 agreement, which totals £12.6m, will also contribute towards essential local infrastructure, education, transport, health services, biodiversity and wider community support. Up to 40% of the new homes will be affordable and managed by a housing association, helping more local people to find a home that meets their needs.

Councillor Catherine McArevey, Mayor of Dacorum Borough Council, said: “It was an honour to be invited to the official unveiling of Chaulden Meadows and to be given the opportunity to speak with key representatives at Barratt David Wilson North Thames. The visit provided an insightful background into the benefits that Chaulden Meadows is set to bring to the wider Hemel Hempstead area, as well as plans for upcoming infrastructure. We’re looking forward to seeing a new community flourish in our borough, all in accordance with our Local Plan.”

Bill Beyzade, Managing Director at Barratt David Wilson North Thames, comments: “It was a pleasure to welcome delegates from Dacorum Borough Council and Hertfordshire County Council to Chaulden Meadows. Their enthusiasm for understanding our plans for the development and the benefits it will bring to Hemel Hempstead and the wider area was clear. Chaulden Meadows will make an important contribution towards meeting local housing needs and long-term growth ambitions, and strong partnerships between housebuilders and local authorities are essential to boosting housing supply.”

The homes at Chaulden Meadows will also deliver a wealth of sustainable features, including public landscaping, a network of accessible and linked walking and cycling routes, ecological mitigation, sustainable drainage systems, earthworks and ecological habitats. The development will also provide one Neighbourhood Equipped Area of Play (NEAP), two Locally Equipped Areas of Play (LEAPs) and a Community Games Area (CGA).

Located between the towns of Hemel Hempstead and Berkhamsted, Chaulden Meadows is extremely well served by public transport and good road links. The local railway station is around a 35-minute walk away, offering connections to London Euston in under 30 minutes. By road, the development leads to the A41, allowing easy access to the M1 and M25.

Currently available at Chaulden Meadows is a collection of two-, three- and four-bedroom homes, with prices starting from £412,500 for a two-bedroom home.

To find out more about Chaulden Meadows or David Wilson Homes, visit www.dwh.co.uk or call 0333 355 8501.