Benefits for the Community
Designed as a natural extension to Eastern Biggleswade, King’ s Reach will deliver a number of benefits for the new and existing communities. As part of the funding being made available to provide new facilities and improve existing facilities, King’ s Reach will deliver:
A new Eastern Relief Road, which as well as providing a safe entry to the site, will ensure the site offers excellent access for cyclists and pedestrians. Funding has also been put forward to improve the southern junction of the A1
Funding to improve Biggleswade town centre, which will include improvements to the town library and sporting facilities
New and enhanced local footway, cycle and bridleway networks will be created to encourage outdoor activities and provide alternatives to the car for local journeys
Funding for the provision of a new local bus service that will provide access to nearby towns and the local railway station
Land and funding for a new lower school will be provided whilst significant financial contributions have been made for the Upper and Middle schools
A new Local Community Centre will be provided
The first phase of building will see more than 25% of dwellings being provided as affordable housing, including social rented, shared ownership and discounted sales (25% reduction in price from Market Value) to help first time buyers and low income families
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