Urban Village Group has proudly been named Best Nationwide Specialist Real Estate Developer 2025, an honour that recognises the company’s exceptional contribution to specialist social care infrastructure across the United Kingdom. The award specifically celebrates the development of Maple House, Birch House, and Fern House – three newly completed specialist care homes for children and young people, all of which have now been officially rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted following their most recent inspections.
Each home was designed and constructed with the highest standards of care, safety, and wellbeing in mind, in collaboration with trusted care provider Cumulus Care. These facilities were purpose-built to support children and young people with complex needs, offering a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic living environment. Urban Village Group worked closely with local authorities, regulatory bodies, and sector specialists to ensure that every element of the developments met – and in many areas exceeded – national care standards.
Located across the West Midlands, Maple House, Birch House, and Fern House are now home to young residents who are receiving round-the-clock care in a warm, supportive environment tailored to individual needs. From calm sensory spaces to private gardens, education areas, and tailored support facilities, every detail of the design reflects a deep understanding of the requirements of looked-after children and those requiring specialist therapeutic intervention.
Urban Village Group has become a leader in the delivery of socially responsible investment-led developments in the healthcare and specialist living sectors. With increasing demand for specialist children’s care placements across the UK – driven by rising numbers of children in care and the closure of substandard facilities – the company’s work is proving critical in addressing a growing national need.
By blending strong financial models with ethical, outcomes-focused delivery, Urban Village Group continues to attract both public and private sector partners committed to creating positive social change.
The company has a pipeline of further specialist care developments planned for 2025–2026 and remains focused on expanding its portfolio to support councils and care providers in meeting the needs of vulnerable young people in need.
Peter Steer, Finance Director at Urban Village Group:
“It’s an incredible honour to receive this recognition. Winning Best Nationwide Specialist Real Estate Developer 2025 is a proud moment for everyone involved in our projects. We’re especially thrilled that Maple House, Birch House, and Fern House have all been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted – a true reflection of the commitment we’ve made to building homes that matter. These are not just properties, they’re places of care, recovery and hope for young people across the UK.”
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