Kirklees Together

A new Extra Care scheme in Cleckheaton is nearing completion, with Mowat Gardens set to open its doors this autumn. 

The 80-apartment scheme is being delivered by Housing 21 in partnership with Kirklees Council and Homes England. 

The scheme sits within Kenmore Drive, a council-owned Local Plan housing allocation, which was identified through the Council’s Housing Growth programme as an opportunity to meet the need for more specialist and accessible housing in Kirklees. 

A new place to call home 

Mowat Gardens will offer 61 one-bedroom and 19 two-bedroom apartments for people aged 55 and over to rent and live independently, with care and support available to meet their individual needs. 

The development will also include a range of communal facilities, including a shared lounge, activity room, laundry, communal gardens and a guest room. 

Residents and the wider local community will also be able to make use of a café and hair salon. 

The development has been supported with more than £6 million of Homes England grant funding, alongside £500,000 of capital funding from Kirklees Council. The council played a key role in delivering the scheme by transferring the site to Housing 21 and allocating affordable housing contributions to help bring the development forward. 

Through its agreement with Housing 21, the council has secured strong nomination rights, helping to ensure that many of the new homes are offered to local people on the council’s housing register. 

See the show home 

The brand-new show home is now ready to view, giving prospective residents the chance to see one of the apartments and get a feel for what life at Mowat Gardens could be like. 

To book a viewing or find out more about the apartments, contact Housing 21: 

Lynsay.Darvill@housing21.org.uk
07808248473 

Supporting independent living 

Mowat Gardens will be Housing 21’s first Extra Care scheme in Kirklees and will provide a new option for older people looking for a modern, accessible home with care and support available when they need it. 

The scheme is part of the council’s ongoing work with partners to bring more high-quality housing opportunities to Kirklees, supporting people to live independently and helping create stronger communities. 

Councillor Phillip James, Cabinet Member for Housing and Physical Communities said: 

“It’s fantastic to see Mowat Gardens nearing completion and to know that the first residents will soon be able to call this new scheme home. 

“This is exactly the kind of opportunity we want to create through our Housing Growth work: identifying council-owned land, working with the right partners and turning local housing need into high-quality homes that make a real difference to people’s lives. 

“Mowat Gardens will provide modern, accessible homes where older people can continue to live independently while having care and support available when they need it. It is also a strong example of how Kirklees Council can use its land, funding and partnership role to unlock investment and deliver better housing choices for local people. 

“With the show home now ready to view, prospective residents can get a real feel for what Mowat Gardens has to offer. I’d encourage anyone who is interested to get in touch and arrange a viewing.” 

Councillor Michael Simmons, Cabinet Member for Adults, Social Care and Public Health Communities, said: 

“Mowat Gardens is an important addition to the range of housing and support available to older people in Kirklees. Good quality, accessible housing can play a vital role in helping people maintain their independence and wellbeing as their needs change. 

“Having care and support available on site means residents can access the help they need while continuing to live in their own home and remain part of their community. This approach is an important part of meeting the changing needs of our older residents and supporting people to live healthier, more independent lives. 

“This scheme also shows what can be achieved when housing, care and regeneration partners work together around a shared aim. By creating more specialist housing options, we can help people live well for longer and support stronger, more inclusive communities.” 

The scheme is on track to open this autumn, with residents expected to begin moving into their new homes from early 2027.