Poet's Corner

Poets Corner is a vibrant mixed-use development in Station Road, Harrow, Greater London HA1. The redevelopment will replace the original Harrow Civic Centre, and is set to provide 1,100 new homes, including 15% affordable housing. The project unfolds in three phases and includes 14,000 square feet of commercial space and lively open spaces.

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It is located within 3 minutes of Harrow Wealdstone Station on a 4.36-hectare site. The station also offers residents access to the Bakerloo Line, Overground and National Rail, providing great transport links. Nearby are Station Road to the west, Marlborough Hill to the north, and Milton Road to the south and east. Several bus routes improve accessibility as well.

Poets Corner is a pedestrian-oriented community organized around a systems of public and private open spaces:

• Poets Garden: Contains large trees, embedded play areas and non-resident accoutrements such as cafes or retail.
• High Street Square, a lively space of focus and activity with active frontages and pop-up uses, framed by high-quality buildings.
• Courtyards: Small either public or private spaces that provide a peaceful escape from the bustling development.
• An additional element to the scheme is a safe pedestrian route linking Station Road to Harrow Wealdstone Station to improve connectivity for residents and visitors.

The project's first phase is for the delivery of 532 Build-to-Rent homes, with an expected 6% as affordable housing. The share of affordable homes is expected to rise to 20 % over time, through grant funding. The purpose-built development features an array of private and affordable housing types, providing a broad spectrum of options.

Poets Corner promotes a sustainable and healthy environment by retaining mature trees, integrating green networks and establishing active community spaces. A joint venture between the London Borough of Harrow and Wates, it is designed to create a lasting legacy in terms of building design and estate management.

Diverse commercial spaces like health facilities, cafes and shops are integrated for a vibrant community. Poets Corner is an important milestone in urban regeneration, balancing the demands for modern housing and retention of Harrow's suburban character.