We’re inviting local residents and stakeholders to share their views on early proposals for new homes at Selworthy Road in Weston-super-Mare.
The consultation includes the site at Selworthy Road and the nearby Hillsborough House building, which will become vacant in the coming months. Bringing these sites together gives us a chance to make best use of the land and deliver new modern, energy-efficient homes that meet local needs.
About Hillsborough House and Alexandra House
Both Alexandra House and Hillsborough House were built in the 1960s. Following detailed surveys, we found that while both buildings remain safe to live in, some parts no longer meet modern standards. After taking expert advice and considering all options, including major refurbishment, we made the difficult decision that the safest and most viable long-term solution is to demolish both buildings.
Our planning applications to demolish the buildings have now been approved by North Somerset Council. We’re planning to begin demolition next year and will keep local residents informed with clear timescales as things progress.
Supporting our customers
Since July 2025, we’ve been working closely with residents living in the two buildings to make sure they have the right support every step of the way.
Every household has been offered one-to-one help from our team, including:
- Assistance finding a new home that meets their needs
- Covering reasonable moving costs such as removals, carpets and curtains
- Tailored support for anyone with additional needs
Almost all residents living in the two buildings have now been matched to suitable new homes and moves will continue over the next few months.
Why we’re using direct matching
To help residents move smoothly, we’re using a direct matching process, to prioritise rehousing people from Hillsborough House and Alexandra House. This will allow us to bring the buildings down as soon as possible and begin planning for the future of the sites.
We recognise this process has had an impact on the number of Alliance Homes properties available to bid on locally. We want to reassure residents that we are now at the end of this process.
Plans for Selworthy Road and the Hillsborough House site
We’re now bringing forward proposals for new homes on the land at Selworthy Road. Because the Hillsborough House site sits right next to it, we believe it makes sense to plan both areas together. This joined-up approach will help us make the best use of the land, design better public spaces, and deliver a scheme that fits the character of the local area.
In respect of Alexandra House, we’ll start planning the next phase of that site, after the buildings are taken down. When the time comes, we’ll speak with local residents and stakeholders to help shape how the site should be used.
Come and talk to us
We’re holding a public exhibition where you can find out more about the proposals for Selworthy Road and Hillsborough House, meet the project team and share your views.
When: Thursday 23 October 2025, 3pm – 7pm
Where: For all Healthy Living Centre, 68 Lonsdale Ave, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 3SJ
If you can’t make it in person, you’ll be able to view the exhibition materials and share feedback online at www.nashpartnership.com/news/selworthy from 16 October 2025.
We’ll use feedback from the consultation to help shape our planning application for the site, which we expect to submit winter 2025.
We’ll continue working closely with residents, North Somerset Council, and local partners throughout the process, and we’ll keep the community informed as plans develop.