PLANNING FOR A GREENER,
SMARTER HEYFORD PARK
THE MASTERPLAN
Dorchester Living has submitted a hybrid planning application for the future vision of Heyford Park, a defining moment in the transformation of this historic brownfield site into one of the UK’s most ambitious and sustainable new communities.
The plan reflects years of local engagement, with input from residents, schools, businesses, and community groups. The design process has been led in collaboration with renowned consultants Proctor & Matthews Architects and Kim Wilkie, with a wider support group of specialist consultants, the application embraces the landscape, history and future potential of Heyford Park.
A PIONEERING MASTERPLAN
Led by Dorchester Living, this pioneering masterplan will transform the former RAF Upper Heyford airbase into one of the UK’s most sustainable and inclusive new communities. With up to 9,000 homes planned to include 30% affordable housing, assisted living units and homes for key workers, Heyford Park is designed to support people at every stage of life. Already a vibrant hub with homes, schools, shops, and employment, Heyford Park is now evolving into a energy-surplus town, setting the standard for climate-conscious placemaking. With over 60% of the site dedicated to green and blue infrastructure, new schools, healthcare and extensive community facilities including cafes, leisure centre and retail opportunities. The creation of over 5,000 new jobs in future-focused industries like CleanTech and low-carbon innovation, provides a tangible benefit to the local and wider economy. The vision is clear: a self-sufficient, connected, and resilient community for generations to come.
KEY BENEFITS
“We’re creating something truly exceptional — not just a place to live or work, but a bold new model for the future. A place that nurtures innovation, inspires community spirit, and sets a new standard for new towns across the UK.
Ambitious, visionary, community focused, and designed to shape the way we live for generations to come.”
Paul Silver,
CEO of Dorchester Living
PLANNING PORTAL REFERENCE: 25/02190/HYBRID
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ACCESSIBLE HOUSING
TO MEET DEMAND
9,000 NEW HOMES INCLUDING 2,700 AFFORDBALE HOMES, 900 ASSISTED LIVING HOMES, 180 KEY WORKER HOMES
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR OXFORDSHIRE
OVER 5,000 NEW JOBS
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BOOSTING THE REGIONAL ECONOMY
£3.2 BILLION GROSS VALUE ADDED OVER 10 YEARS
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Providing improved accessibility to a variety of facilities and amenities
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EDUCATION AND SKILL SHARING FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
4 NEW PRIMARY SCHOOLS
NEW SECONDARY SCHOOL
TECHNOLOGY HUB
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Improved active and healthy lifestyles
Walkable living, Sports pitches, Runway Park for
a variety of leisure pursuits
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ENHANCED TRANSPORT AND CONNECTIVITY
Upgrades to Heyford Station in collaboration with Great Western Railway, Proposed reopening of Ardley Station
Improved walking, cycling, and public transport links
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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES RIGHT ON YOUR DOORSTEP
Amphitheatre, Boating lake
and Pump track
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NEW TOWN CENTRE
Retail and leisure facilities including supermarket, pharmacy and barbers
to name a few
ACCESSIBLE HOUSING
TO MEET DEMAND
9,000 new homes including 2,700 affordable homes, 900 assisted living homes, 180 key worker homes
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR OXFORDSHIRE
Over 5,000 new jobs
BOOSTING THE REGIONAL ECONOMY
£3.2 billion gross value added
over 10 years
PROVIDING IMPROVED ACCESSIBILITY TO A VARIETY OF FACILITIES AND AMENITIES
EDUCATION AND SKILL SHARING FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
4 new primary schools, new secondary school, technology hub
IMPROVED ACTIVE AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES
Walkable living, Sports pitches, Runway Park for a variety of leisure pursuits
ENHANCED TRANSPORT
AND CONNECTIVITY
Upgrades to Heyford Station in collaboration with Great Western Railway, Proposed reopening of Ardley Station
Improved walking, cycling, and public transport links
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES RIGHT ON YOUR DOORSTEP
Amphitheatre, Boating lake
and Pump track
NEW TOWN CENTRE
Retail and leisure facilities including supermarket, pharmacy and barbers
to name a few