Assheton Court - Existing Sheltered Accommodation

Existing site overview

• The site provides just 20 flats and 13 bedsits for rent
• All flats are affordable sheltered accommodation
• The accommodation is no longer fit for purpose
• Significant work to the current building would still leave accomodation poorly suited for sheltered need
• The building does not address climate change - no 'green' energy and poor operational performance
• The building adds no significant contribution to street scenes or wider architectural context

Opportunities and housing needs in Portchester

• Ageing population within Fareham borough
• More affordable sheltered accommodation needed in Portchester
• Good quality sheltered accommodation can free up family homes (encouraging elderly under-occupying to move)
• Ideal location for sheltered living, situated centrally within Portchester with good transport links and near shops/services
• Opportunity for approx. 60 1 & 2 bed units
• An opportunity to deliver more sheltered homes in an ideal location to help meet older persons affordable housing need

Go back to the main Assheton Court consultation page here.