Details
Development 1: Bermondsey Heights
Brick Manufacturer: Ibstock PLC
Brick Names: Bexhill Purple, Birtley Old English
Architect: DMFK
Development 2: Wembley Park Gardens
Brick Manufacturer: Ibstock PLC
Brick Name: Niveus
Architect: Tate Hindle
About the project
Barratt is one of the UK’s leading residential developers, delivering high-quality homes and communities across England, Scotland and Wales. As part of Barratt Redrow plc, the business combines the scale, expertise and operational rigour of one of the nation’s largest housebuilders with a longstanding commitment to quality, customer satisfaction and sustainable development. Through a diverse portfolio ranging from large-scale urban regeneration projects and new garden communities to suburban developments and mixed-tenure neighbourhoods, Barratt continues to deliver homes that respond to the evolving needs of customers while maintaining industry-leading standards in construction, placemaking and environmental performance.
Quality assurance is embedded throughout the organisation and supported by a robust “right first time” culture focused on consistency, accountability and customer satisfaction. Barratt Redrow has maintained the HBF five-star customer satisfaction rating for 16 consecutive years, with more than 90% of customers stating they would recommend the business to friends and family. Across the wider group, the business recorded 115 NHBC Pride in the Job award winners in 2025, reflecting consistently high construction standards and strong site management performance. Barratt developments benefit from comprehensive inspection regimes, enhanced customer reporting systems and detailed post-completion monitoring processes designed to minimise defects and improve long-term customer outcomes. The business also continues to standardise best practice across procurement, construction and customer care, driving continual improvement throughout the development lifecycle.
Health, safety and environmental performance remain central to the company’s operational culture. Barratt Redrow operates a comprehensive Safety, Health and Environment management system supported by board-level oversight, monthly divisional reporting and regular site inspections. In 2025, the business achieved 97% SHE audit compliance while continuing to strengthen site safety processes and behavioural safety initiatives across all developments. The company’s injury incidence rate improved significantly year-on-year, reducing to 240 per 100,000 workers, reflecting a proactive approach to risk management, workforce engagement and continuous improvement. Alongside physical safety, the business continues to prioritise mental wellbeing through enhanced employee assistance programmes, more than 300 Mental Health First Aiders and targeted occupational health initiatives.
Investment in training, apprenticeships and workforce development remains a key priority for Barratt and the wider Barratt Redrow group. At the end of 2025, the business had 492 employees participating in development programmes, including graduate, apprenticeship and degree apprenticeship schemes. Approximately 6% of the workforce is currently enrolled in apprenticeship or degree-level training programmes, helping to address long-term industry skills shortages while creating clear career progression pathways. The business launched female-focused apprenticeship cohorts in bricklaying and carpentry, alongside targeted leadership and inclusion programmes designed to improve diversity throughout the organisation. Continuous professional development, leadership training and employee engagement initiatives support a collaborative working culture focused on retention, productivity and long-term talent development.
Alongside operational excellence, the business delivers developments that integrate affordable housing, public realm improvements, biodiversity enhancements and sustainable transport infrastructure while supporting local communities through social and economic investment. Supported by strong governance, a highly skilled workforce and a commitment to quality, safety and customer satisfaction, Barratt continues to demonstrate leadership within the UK housebuilding sector.
