North Devon Homes welcome local residents to first new affordable homes in Ilfracombe for 19 Years

Families in Ilfracombe have received a special New Year’s treat by moving into the first new affordable homes built in the town since 2006.
Paul Scovell, Development Manager at North Devon Homes, project managed the new Seascape development. He said, “We are thrilled to welcome our customers into these much-needed new homes, and we hope they create many happy memories here. The delivery of these affordable homes is a significant benefit to the local area, providing vital housing opportunities for the community after such a long period.”
The Seascape development includes eight social-rented homes for NDH customers and three shared-ownership properties, offering an affordable path to home ownership for local families.

Construction of the homes, located on land off The Shields, began in 2023. Elan Homes undertook the project on behalf of North Devon Homes as part of a larger development scheme.
“It’s been wonderful to see this area being regenerated after being derelict for so long,” added Paul. “As a community landlord, our mission is to create communities where people want to live. This project reflects our core commitment to serving North Devon by going beyond simply providing housing — we are dedicated to fostering thriving communities and supporting our customers every step of the way.”
The affordable homes are part of the broader Seascape development, a 51-home project that Elan Homes rescued after previous attempts to develop the site stalled. Seascape will feature a range of two, three, and four-bedroom bungalows and houses, some with breathtaking coastal views.
Further affordable homes at Seascape will be available in the coming months and listed through Devon Home Choice, providing further opportunities for local residents to secure quality, affordable housing.