NatWest has announced a £250 million investment to boost affordable housing across four English regions. The funding will support Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) in delivering new homes in London, the South East, the East Midlands, and the East of England.
Investment Details
The £250 million package includes a 10-year term loan and a three-year revolving credit facility, completed in March 2026. It refinances existing debt and provides additional capital for new homes, supporting MTVH's long-term business plan.
Housing Supply Expansion
MTVH aims to deliver 6,000 new homes as part of its MTVH 2030 strategy. The investment will increase housing supply across tenures including social rent, affordable rent, shared ownership, and key worker housing. Currently, around 4,000 homes are under construction across its development programme.
Major schemes include Leeside Road in Enfield, 55 West in West Ealing, TwelveTrees Park in West Ham, and a major regeneration of the Clapham Park estate.
Quotes from Officials
Duncan Brown, Chief Financial Officer at MTVH, said: “Following a record year for development at MTVH, alongside increased investment in our existing homes, this partnership with NatWest strengthens our ability to deliver the affordable homes the country needs while continuing to invest in our existing homes.”
John Horton, Relationship Director at NatWest, commented: “Social housing and infrastructure more generally is vital to our customers, communities and businesses alike. Access to good quality, affordable housing means local people have a secure, safe space they can call home, while local businesses benefit by having a community they can look to when they’re recruiting. MTVH has a strong track record of delivering for its residents and communities. We’re proud to partner with them in their mission to increase the supply of high-quality affordable housing, while delivering growth to local areas.”
Sustainability Focus
MTVH's commitment to sustainability will help residents manage energy costs. The loans will support continued investment into energy-efficient homes, reducing environmental impact and lowering bills for tenants.
