Summary:
- Lendlease and The Crown Estate’s Impact Partnership has submitted plans to Newham Council for Stratford Cross, a major residential-led development including affordable and market homes, student accommodation, co-living, a new park, shops, and public paths connecting to Stratford station.
- Construction is scheduled to begin in 2028 and last approximately three years, marking a strategic shift from earlier commercial, education, and cultural phases toward creating a mixed-use neighbourhood focused on housing.
- Stratford Cross is part of a broader UK-wide initiative by the Impact Partnership targeting up to 9,000 homes, reinforcing Stratford’s role as a key destination for culture, education, innovation, and business in east London.
Original article:
https://www.constructionenquirer.com/2026/08/20/lendlease-lodges-2000-home-stratford-plan-finale/
