Accessible Countryside Living
West Acre Park nestled in Ryde will offer a array of two, three and four bedroom homes. This family friendly development prides itself with providing a rural country living while also being accessible to the many amenities Ryde offers, including the white sands of Appley Beach.
The selection of bright homes on offer combine modern living with a twist of traditional design which fits perfectly against the backdrop of Ryde’s.
Services Provided by DWC
Planning & Working Drawings for all plots and house types, covering plans, elevations, sections, typical details, and construction build-ups
The Site
The site is to be found situated to the south east of Ryde town centre, the local area being called Elmfield. The development land is part of Westridge Farm and has access off Bullen Road to the south through an existing, redundant farm building complex, via the A3055 and Hope Road to the west and off Appley Road to the north. West Acre Park, Ryde, Isle of Wight.
The Vision
Captiva Homes entrusted DWC Architecture to help realise the vision for West Acre Park — one of the largest residential-led developments on the Isle of Wight. Spanning over 38 hectares, this bold and sustainable masterplan seeks to deliver a new neighbourhood for Ryde.
Key Highlights
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475 new homes, including the sensitive conversion of the existing Coach House into two dwellings
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35% affordable housing integrated throughout the site
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A mix of single and two-storey homes in varied types, sizes, and tenures
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Community-focused elements including a public café, doctor’s surgery, and B1 office space
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Removal of existing agricultural structures with partial retention of key heritage assets
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Major infrastructure upgrades: new highways access, internal roads, parking, drainage, and utilities
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Three vehicular access points, including from Bullen Road and Appley Road
Environmental & Community Benefits
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Over 10 hectares of publicly accessible green space, including a designated Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace (SANG)
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A landscape-led masterplan with ecological enhancements and net biodiversity gain
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Improved pedestrian connectivity, public rights of way, and sustainable drainage systems
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A strong focus on placemaking and architectural quality, ensuring the development complements the character of Ryde
This ambitious scheme exemplifies Captiva’s long-term commitment to placemaking and DWC Architecture’s dedication to high-quality, community-first design. From early planning stages through to technical delivery, we are proud to be shaping the future of Ryde through this transformative project.
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The DWC Difference
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