Green light given to transform Teviot Estate
14 Jul 2025Plans to deliver nearly 2,000 new homes as part of one of East London’s largest estate regeneration schemes have been approved by Tower Hamlets Council.
The project will see the complete transformation of the Teviot Estate in Poplar, replacing outdated housing with up to 1,928 new homes, 35% of which will be affordable, alongside new green spaces, commercial space, a purpose-built mosque and a new community centre.
Lichfields advised on the scheme, which is being delivered by a joint venture between local housing association Poplar HARCA and The Hill Group, one of the UK’s leading housebuilders. The proposals were approved by the borough’s Strategic Development Committee last week. The project is one of several that Lichfields has advised on from the earliest stages, drawing on its extensive experience in estate renewal and planning policy.
Clare Catherall, Associate Director at Lichfields
The project follows extensive consultation with residents and secures the right for all existing tenants and leaseholders to return. As well as modern, energy-efficient homes, the masterplan includes the transformation of Langdon Park, as well as over 6,000 sqm of new public open spaces, over 7,000sqm of dedicated play spaces within the estate, and improved links across the A12 and DLR line to better connect the area with the wider neighbourhood and improve public safety.
Poplar HARCA’s Director of Regeneration and Development, Paul Dooley
Designed to address long-standing issues of overcrowding and poor-quality housing, the new homes will be built to modern space and sustainability standards. The scheme includes a significant provision of affordable housing, with a focus on larger family-sized rented homes to meet local need.
Andy Hill OBE, Founder and Group Chief Executive of The Hill Group
Construction on the first phase is expected to begin in 2026.
