Trent Road, Bulkington

A new residential development on vacant County owned land on the edge of Bulkington

The site comprises an area of 2.44 acres and will deliver 30 new affordable homes  to meet local housing needs.

Reserved Matters planning permission has been granted for WPD’s latest residential scheme in Bulkington, Bedworth. WPD will be working in partnership with construction firm GEDA and housing association Midland Heart to deliver the new development. A total of 30 homes will be created on the site, which will be accessed from Trent Road and feature LED street lighting, low-carbon technology, EV charging points, solar panel PV’s and utilise sustainable materials.

With more than 3,000 households currently on the Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council waiting list (as at June 2026) for an affordable home, the development will provide a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom homes available for social rent and Shared Ownership – designed to meet local housing needs.

Midland Heart has entered into a development agreement with WPDG to purchase the 30 units at the scheme and the deal marks the first time working together.

The site comprises of approximately 2.44 acres (0.99 ha) of land and is bordered by surrounding development to the north, south and west with the Arden Forest Infant School to the east. The community surrounding the new development benefits from a range of local facilities, including; shops, convenience stores, pubs, cafes and local businesses. The local community & conference centre also provides a vast range of regular leisure activities throughout the week.

Should individuals be interested in purchasing a Shared Ownership unit from Midland Heart, you can find more information here: https://www.midlandheart.org.uk/find-a-home/home-ownership/homes-for-sale-search/

You can view the full planning documentation through Nuneaton & Bedworth Borough Council’s planning portal, using ref: 041173.