Short answer
A major new housing area
Chilmington Green is one of the biggest planned housing areas in the South East. It has been designed as a long-term project, not a one-off estate, with new homes alongside schools, shops, parks and community spaces.
That sets it apart from a typical housing site. Most new estates are designed to a few hundred homes and handed over once they are finished. Chilmington Green is closer in scale to a small town, with infrastructure, services and a community framework planned in from the start.
How many homes are planned?
The full plan covers up to 5,750 new homes. That includes a mix of house types and sizes, with affordable housing as part of the planning obligations.
For comparison, that is roughly the size of a small market town being added to the south-western edge of Ashford. The plan stretches over many years, so the number of homes occupied at any one time will keep climbing well into the 2030s and beyond.
What types of homes are being built?
Chilmington Green includes a mix of detached, semi-detached, terraced houses and apartments. Different phases offer different styles and price points, including homes for families, first-time buyers and downsizers.
House types vary by developer and by parcel. You will find traditional brick-and-tile family houses on some streets, more contemporary architecture on others, and apartment-style homes near the more central parts of the masterplan. Energy efficiency, insulation standards and modern heating systems are typically much better than older homes in the surrounding area.
Affordable housing and shared ownership
Affordable homes are delivered alongside open-market homes through housing associations. The exact mix and tenure (for example, shared ownership, affordable rent or first-homes-style discounts) varies between phases. If you are interested in an affordable route into the area, ask each housing association which products they currently have available, and check eligibility carefully.
Which developers are involved?
More than one developer is involved in building at Chilmington Green, including Hodson Developments. That means the position of any one company does not stop the wider community from continuing to grow. It does, however, mean that buyers should always check who built the home they are interested in.
Different builders bring different design styles, customer-care processes and warranty providers. For most buyers the practical question is not which logo is on the brochure, but who you call when something needs fixing in year one or year five - and that is decided by the contracts you sign at exchange.
What has changed in 2026?
Recent years have seen some developer changes, including Hodson Developments (Ashford) Limited entering administration. Councils are reviewing how this affects future delivery, infrastructure and Section 106 obligations.
For the wider context, see our pages on the Hodson Developments administration and Section 106 obligations. Both shape what gets built next and how quickly it follows.
Energy, sustainability and modern standards
New homes at Chilmington Green are built to current building regulations, which means significantly better insulation and lower running costs than the average UK home. Many also include features such as solar panels, EV charging provision and improved ventilation. If running costs and a smaller carbon footprint matter to you, ask each developer for the EPC rating and the heating system specification of the specific plot.
Renting versus buying
Most attention focuses on buying, but a portion of homes are also available to rent - directly through housing associations, build-to-rent operators where present, and the open private rental market as resales become available. The rental picture grows naturally as more phases complete.
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What is still planned?
- Many more homes across future phases
- A district centre with shops
- Healthcare facilities
- Sports and leisure facilities
- Further primary schools
- Larger park areas and improved green links
Living in a growing development
Living in a place that is still being built has trade-offs. Newer homes and modern infrastructure sit alongside ongoing construction, occasional disruption and changes to road layouts. Residents who like the area tend to value the planning behind it and the long-term vision.
If you are weighing this up, the most useful thing you can do is visit. Walk around at different times of day, see how busy the streets feel, look at how children get to school, and talk to people who already live here. Brochures show the destination; the streets themselves show the journey. Our buying a home guide turns the most important checks into a simple list.
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Frequently asked questions
How many homes are planned at Chilmington Green?
The wider development is planned for up to 5,750 homes, delivered over many years in phases.
Are people already living in Chilmington Green?
Yes. Many homes have already been built and occupied across completed phases of the development.
Has the development stopped?
Not as a whole. Some specific phases or works may be affected by developer issues, but Chilmington Green continues to be a live development with multiple parties involved.
How much does a home at Chilmington Green cost?
Prices vary by phase, developer, size and tenure. As a rough guide, expect a wide range from one-bedroom apartments through to large family homes. Always check current advertised prices with sales offices and on portals like Rightmove and Zoopla.
Is there affordable housing at Chilmington Green?
Yes. The plan includes affordable housing as part of its planning obligations, delivered in partnership with housing associations across phases.