Live green, live well: Energy-efficient homes await at Springfield Place

From an extensive public transport network that limits the use of private vehicles to the addition of green infrastructure, London is well and truly on its way to reaching its target of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Many Londoners have taken it upon themselves to contribute to this ambitious goal and have adopted greener alternatives to conserve and enhance the biodiversity of the UK capital. At Barratt London, we support these efforts by providing homes that promote a sustainable lifestyle. Springfield Place in South West London is one such development combining style with sustainability to help the local ecosystem thrive.

Energy efficiency at its best

Springfield Place is an 'EPC B' compliant development compared to London's average buildings, which have a grade D certificate for energy performance. Only 3.1% of existing properties in the city have a Grade B rating that saves up to £2,763 per year on utility bills. The development's common heat-generating plant (CHP) further reduces emissions by 30% and energy costs by 20% compared to conventional heating methods.

Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) and double-glazed Argon-filled windows are additional features that facilitate the recovery and reuse of heat to optimise energy consumption. Aerated taps and dual-plated toilet flushes contribute towards water conservation and enhance the overall efficiency of every home. Given the advanced energy efficiency features of Springfield Place, customers may be eligible for Green Mortgages that provide better terms and increase savings in the long run.

Improving biodiversity in the neighbourhood

Living close to nature automatically increases the drive and efforts of the local community towards conservation. At Springfield Place, you will find many nature-friendly features aimed at improving the collective biodiversity of the area. In addition to 32 acres of open space, 697 new trees have been planted, along with the installation of several bat and bird boxes, insect boxes, log piles and hedgehog boxes to help wildlife thrive. The green roofs across three apartment blocks, along with wildflower meadows and pollination-friendly plants, further enhance the biodiversity within the development.

Adaptable homes with abundant amenities

At Springfield Place, residents enjoy all the benefits of living in a new-build community, such as an on-site supermarket, cafe, restaurant and gym. The 32-acre park includes two playgrounds for children, an amphitheatre, community and sensory gardens and fitness equipment. On-site nature at Springfield Place is further complemented with 2,000 acres of green space in the local area to enjoy outdoor trails and sports. The development also features a few selected homes that provide disability-inclusive design, such as step-free access and larger hallways to support the movement of wheelchairs.

Excellent links to public transport

In addition to the many sustainable features present at Springfield Place, residents also enjoy easy access to public transport as Tooting Bec Underground Station is just a short walk away, from where central London is reachable in just 15 minutes. Residents also have links to Waterloo and other key areas of London via the national rail services available from Earlsfield and Wandsworth Common stations, reducing their dependence on cars and private vehicles. For road commutes, the development benefits from frequent bus services and quick access to the M25 that connects across the UK's extensive network of motorways.

A commitment to the future

At Springfield Place, we take our commitment towards a sustainable future seriously and have set high-achieving goals for the future. With the installation of 42 private electrical charging points and 450 cycle spaces, we aim to promote an eco-friendly lifestyle among residents by facilitating access to greener alternatives. Carpooling is another good commute habit we wish to promote, and for that, we have provided four enterprise car club spaces on-site. Car Club vehicles reduce emissions by more than 70% of the average car and also help tackle the problem of vehicular congestion as one car club vehicle replaces 20 private cars.

Keeping up with the administration and local council's efforts, we aim to have all our new homes zero carbon by 2030 and have already achieved a 22% reduction in emissions since 2015. With 95% diversion of construction waste from landfills and 100% timber certified for net zero deforestation, we also aim to have 100% of the electricity we use come from renewable sources.

With a committed focus towards conserving energy and enhancing biodiversity, Springfield Place is a shining example of living sustainably in London. To know more about the development's energy efficiency features and lifestyle amenities, get in touch with us today and schedule a viewing at the earliest!