Masterplan framework
Achieving the aims of the Masterplan Framework
The emerging Masterplan Framework sets out how new amenities and homes can be brought forward to create a sustainable new community where residents are able to access day to day facilities within a 20-minute walk of their home.
To achieve this, our initial proposals for the Land to the South of Reeds Lane (Site DPSC3) include:
Neighbourhood Centre
A new neighbourhood centre located centrally within the site, meaning the facilities within it are accessible to all new residents and the existing residents of Sayers Common and Albourne.
Facilities & Amenities
- Community hall providing flexible spaces for local groups, public services, and recreation.
- Spaces for shops and a café.
- Co-working space.
- New all-through school providing primary and secondary education and a nursery.
- Parks, play areas, trim trails and meeting places.
- Allotments.
- Mobility hubs.

Mix of Sustainable Homes
- Approximately 2,000 homes using high-quality materials.
- 30% affordable homes, including homes to rent at below market levels to those on the housing register.
- A variety of homes from 1-bedroom apartments to 5-bedroom houses.
- Specialist housing for older people.
- Use of low-carbon technology, such as air source heat pumps and solar PV to deliver net-zero carbon-ready homes.
- Installation of energy-efficient lighting and appliances.
- Use of water-efficient fittings to minimise water consumption.
- Provision of EV charging points for all new homes.

Illustrative masterplan
Creating a connected, sustainable community
Key principles:
- Well-connected and walkable neighbourhoods.
- Active travel and sustainable transport integrated into daily life.
- Community hubs with services, education and leisure in close proximity.
- Balanced mix of housing types and tenures to meet local housing needs.
- Landscaped open spaces and green corridors supporting wildlife and wellbeing.
Proposed allocated sites
Existing or proposed footpaths / cycleways
Spine roads
Sustainable travel corridor
Residental parcels
Mixed use neighbourhood centre
School site
School building
Commercial uses
Play areas
Allotments
DPSC 3
DPSC 4
DPSC 5
DPSC 6
DPSC 7
Masterplan framework document
Our vision for Sayers Common
Discover the full vision for Sayers Common. Our Masterplan Framework sets out in detail how homes, facilities, and green spaces will come together to support the village.



