Newton Community Housing Scheme

Torus

The Former Newton Hospital Site is now a new complex with a mix of 39 apartments, 9 refurbished builds and 30 new builds ranging from 1 and 2-bed mix options for affordable rent.

Newton Community Housing Scheme
At a glance

What we delivered

  • Civil and structural engineering
  • Phase I Desktop Study
  • Phase II Site Investigations
  • Phase III Remediation & Validation Strategy
  • Phase IV Validation Testing
  • Temporary works

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The former Newton Community Hospital has been completely renovated and transformed into a new community housing scheme, featuring 31 modern apartments in a newly built separate apartment block.

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Sutcliffe was appointed by Torus to provide civil and structural engineering services, as well as geo-environmental works, ensuring the project was delivered safely and up to standard.

Our team supported the project from start to finish, carrying out desktop studies, site investigations, remediation, validation strategies, and validation testing to ensure the site was suitable for redevelopment. For the civil and structural elements, we designed ground beams, retaining wall foundations, reinforcement schedules, and temporary works. We also provided connection and fabrication drawings, secondary steel design, timber frame detailing, sewer diversions, and a topographical survey.

Additionally, we delivered a surface and foul water rising main and pump station, ensuring the development had the necessary infrastructure for long-term sustainability and flood risk protection.

This redevelopment has been welcomed by the community and local stakeholders, as it breathes new life into the area while providing much-needed high-quality housing in Newton-le-Willows. 

Completion Date: January 2025

“I feel valued, empowered and encouraged”

At Sutcliffe I found a supportive environment that values both my career and family life. As a mother and professional engineer, balance can be challenging, but the company’s understanding has allowed me to be fully present for my family while pursuing my professional goals. I feel valued, empowered and encouraged and my achievements are celebrated.

Louise, Engineer