Plans for 4,500-Home Modern Market Town on Former Cambridgeshire Airfield

Cambridgeshire: A new plan is in the works for a modern market town. It’s called the Sibson Garden Community. This project will transform the old Sibson airfield into a vibrant area with 4,500 homes.

The plan is part of the Huntingdonshire Local Plan. It aims to develop land for the future. Phoenix Sustainable Investments is behind this proposal. They want to create energy-efficient homes in walkable neighborhoods.

The new town will have schools, shops, and doctors nearby. Everything will be within a comfortable walking or cycling distance. It’s designed to be a friendly, pedestrian-focused community.

The location is next to the A1, making it accessible. The plan includes a mix of jobs and a lively high street. It follows garden village principles, promoting integrated communities for walking and cycling.

Karl Hick, the CEO of Phoenix, expressed excitement about the project. He mentioned the potential for Sibson to become a model of sustainable living. The goal is to create a balanced community that meets local needs and climate goals.

This new community aims to relieve pressure on existing market towns. It will serve as a hub full of opportunities for residents.