Telford Regeneration Program Generates £60M in Land Sales

Decade-long partnership supports creation of over 2,400 jobs in the region.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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A 10-year regeneration partnership between Telford & Wrekin Council and Homes England has generated £60.3 million in land sales and supported the creation of 2,493 jobs across Telford, according to a new report.

Why it matters

The Telford Land Deal highlights the potential impact of public-private regeneration initiatives in driving economic development and job growth in local communities. The significant land sales and job creation figures demonstrate the program's success in transforming the Telford area.

The details

The Telford Land Deal, a collaboration between the local council and the government's Homes England agency, has facilitated the sale of land parcels over the past decade to support new residential, commercial and industrial developments in the region.

  • The Telford Land Deal partnership began in 2016.

The players

Telford & Wrekin Council

The local government authority responsible for the Telford area.

Homes England

The government's housing and regeneration agency that partnered with the Telford council on the land deal program.

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What they’re saying

“The Telford Land Deal has been a hugely successful partnership, delivering significant economic benefits for the local area.”

— Shaun Davies, Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council (wn.com)

What’s next

Telford & Wrekin Council and Homes England plan to continue their partnership, exploring additional land sale and development opportunities to further drive growth in the region.

The takeaway

The Telford Land Deal demonstrates how strategic public-private regeneration initiatives can unlock economic potential and job creation in local communities, serving as a model for other regions looking to revitalize their areas.