The University of Cambridge has submitted its planning application for a revised masterplan for the future phases of the Eddington development, with delivery targeted to begin in 2026.
The University of Cambridge will host a series of public information sessions from Monday 20th October, to share details of its outline planning application for the future phases of Eddington. Attendees will be able to view the updated masterplan, see new visualisations of how the neighbourhood will evolve, and speak directly with the project team. Visitors will also be informed about how they can comment on the planning application.
The outline planning application – a purposeful extension of Eddington’s first phase which began work in 2013 – marks a major step forward in realising the vision for North West Cambridge, and delivering more much-needed homes for the city. The proposals build on years of planning and three rounds of public consultation over the past 12 months. Feedback from local communities, residents, and stakeholders has been integral in shaping the vision for the future phases of Eddington.
The masterplan sets out how around 3,800 additional homes will be delivered, alongside new green spaces, community facilities, and active travel routes. Combined with the 1,850 homes already built or under construction in the first phase, Eddington will provide around 5,650 homes in total. Up to 50% of these will be affordable homes for University key workers with the rest on the open market – all of which help address the city’s critical shortage of housing.
Other key features of the submitted masterplan include:
- Around 50 hectares of open space, including parks, play areas, and community gardens.
- A diverse mix of homes, ranging from townhouses and maisonettes to apartments, designed with varied roofscapes and heights that complement the existing neighbourhood.
- Enhanced community facilities, including new sports pitches, growing plots, and spaces for recreation such as running routes and BMX tracks.
- Continued prioritisation of active and sustainable travel, building on Eddington’s current record of 79% of trips made by walking, cycling, or public transport.
- Commercial and social spaces designed to foster a thriving, inclusive neighbourhood.
The revised masterplan also reflects the University’s commitment to creating an ambitious, enduring, and sustainable community that supports both the academic mission of the University and the wider needs of Cambridge. The first phase of the development has already delivered community hub Storey’s Field Centre, the University of Cambridge Primary School and a central square with shops, restaurants and more.
The public information sessions will be held at the following locations:
- Monday 20th October, 11am – 2pm at West Hub at Cambridge West
- Tuesday 21st October, 4pm – 7pm at Postdoc Centre at Eddington
- Wednesday 22nd October, 4pm – 7pm at Postdoc Centre at Eddington
- Thursday 23rd October, 11am – 2pm at West Hub at Cambridge West
In addition, an online webinar will be held on Monday 20th October from 6pm – 7pm, providing a chance for people to hear directly from the project team and ask questions virtually.
To join the webinar, please email us at: consultation@eddington-cambridge.co.uk