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Growing Baldock

At a Glance

Promoter: Urban&Civic with Hertfordshire County Council as Landowner, acting as developer partners.

Asset Class: Residential / Commercial / Leisure/ Logistics and Light Industrial

Planning Status: A Strategic Masterplan was adopted by North Herts Council in June 2025 and an Outline Planning Application submitted in October 2025.

Delivery Timescale: Delivery will take place in phases over a period of 15–20 years, starting with BA2 (250 homes, south of Baldock, close to existing infrastructure) then larger areas BA1 (Land East of North Rd and North of Railway Line) and the employment land. The employment land is expected to be ready for occupation post 2030. The employment land includes a mix of office, research and development, light industrial and industrial.

Location: Baldock, Hertfordshire

Site Description

Growing Baldock is a 550‑acre major urban extension to a historic market town in one of the UK’s most desirable counties, delivering land identified in the adopted North Herts Local Plan (2011 – 2031).

The project will deliver up to 3,200 new homes and 40 acres of employment land, enabling a balanced mix of housing, jobs and services that responds directly to local needs. New neighbourhoods will integrate with the existing town and surrounding villages, strengthening connectivity and supporting Baldock’s long-term 
economic resilience. Commercial space, new jobs and local centres will stimulate economic activity and enhance market depth. Growing Baldock is underpinned by a comprehensive, infrastructure‑first approach. Supporting infrastructure includes up to two new primary schools, secondary school provision, a local centre, green spaces and 214 acres of parkland, alongside significant transport improvements. This upfront investment unlocks phased delivery and enhances long-term asset value, while prioritising environmental quality and climate-resilient design.

With Urban&Civic as master developer and Hertfordshire County Council as landowner, it offers investors the opportunity to deliver parcels of housing and the commercial space to support the long term growth.