Latimer appoints Winvic to deliver major mixed-tenure Digbeth Residential scheme

Latimer, the development arm of Clarion Housing Group, has signed a main works contract for over £112 million with Winvic Construction Ltd to deliver a major mixed-tenure housing development in Digbeth, Birmingham.

The appointment of Winvic moves the scheme from planning into delivery, which will see 481 new homes constructed on a 1.3-acre site in the heart of Digbeth, alongside new commercial space and public realm improvements. Construction is scheduled to start on site in October 2026, subject to final pre-start conditions.

The development will provide a strong affordable housing offer, with 141 homes for social rent and 147 for shared ownership, alongside 193 homes for private sale. In addition, the scheme will deliver 9,803 sq ft of commercial space, supporting local activity and contributing to the area’s ongoing regeneration.

The Digbeth scheme forms part of Latimer’s wider commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable homes in well-connected urban locations, while maximising the delivery of genuinely affordable housing to meet local need.

Latimer has also signed a contract with PJ Careys for the demolition of the current building, which is due to start in March 2026.

Richard Cook, Chief Development Officer at Clarion Housing Group, said: “Signing the contract with Winvic is a major step forward for this scheme and allows us to move confidently towards delivery. Digbeth is an area with a strong identity and huge potential, and this development will bring forward hundreds of much-needed new homes, with affordability at its core.

“With 60% of homes delivered as affordable, including a substantial proportion for social rent, this scheme reflects Latimer’s long-term commitment to inclusive growth and creating places that work for a broad range of people. We are looking forward to working closely with Winvic to deliver high-quality homes and a development that contributes positively to Digbeth’s continued regeneration.”

Mark Jones, Managing Director of Multi-Room at Winvic Construction Ltd, said: “We’re proud to be partnering with Latimer to deliver this exciting new development in the heart of Digbeth, bringing our extensive experience in delivering complex, high-quality residential schemes in Birmingham.

“Working collaboratively with Latimer and the wider project team, we will focus on delivering sustainable, high-quality homes while also creating meaningful social value designed to leave a lasting positive legacy in the local community, including employment opportunities, skills development, and support for local businesses. We look forward to starting on site and playing our part in the continued regeneration of this growing area of Birmingham.”

Latimer will continue to engage with local stakeholders as the project progresses, sharing updates ahead of the start on site.