The development at the former Solar Serena Sunrise sheltered scheme has created 175 high-quality new homes in a retirement community village for the over 55’s.
The village sits on the edge of the Green Flag-winning Harrow Lodge Park, which benefits from lakes, reservoirs, wildlife and open green spaces.
The new homes are also a short walk to Hornchurch Town Centre, home to popular shops, cafes and restaurants.
Did you know?
The colour scheme is designed according to a ‘sunrise’ theme, after the name of the road, Sunrise Avenue.
There will be new homes available as ‘shared ownership’ for the over 55’s, as well as new council properties to rent from Autumn 2023.
The project will create 22 local jobs and provide 1,148 apprenticeship training weeks on site.
39 local people will be supported through qualifications as a result of this project.
Video updates
“I couldn’t fault the (moving) process. It was very good! The Council did as much as they could to help."
“I'm keen to return to the retirement village. I really liked it there to start with and can't wait to move back!”
Alan, former resident of Solar Serena Sunrise
- July 2016 - First residents open consultation meeting held
- August 2016 - Second residents’ open consultation meeting held
- September 2016 - Third residents’ open consultation meeting held
- October 2016 - Cabinet approve ’12 Sites’ regeneration programme
- October 2016 - Update newsletter sent to local residents
- January 2017 - Fourth residents’ open consultation meeting held
- April 2017 - Fifth residents’ open consultation meeting held
- June 2017 - Residents receive an update on the Council’s regeneration plans
- August 2017 - Residents receive an update on the Council’s regeneration plans
- October 2017 - Sixth residents’ open consultation meeting held
- January 2018 - Cabinet approve the Regeneration Local Lettings Plan and Decant Procedures
- February 2018 - Seventh residents’ open consultation meeting held
- March 2018 - Council announces Wates Residential as joint venture partner on the 12 Sites Programme
- June 2018 - Residents receive an update on the Council’s regeneration plans
- September 2018 - Eighth residents’ open consultation meeting held
- October 2018 - 12 Sites residents consultations held
- January 2019 - Wates host the first ‘Meet the Buyer’ event
- January 2019 - Local businesses urged to get involved with opportunities for the 12 sites programme
- February 2019 - Contracts awarded to local businesses for Solar Serena Sunrise
- September 2019 - Demolition work commences at Solar Serena Sunrise
- November 2019 - Plans submitted for Solar Serena Sunrise retirement village
- June 2020 - Plans approved by Havering’s Strategic Planning Committee
- March 2021 - Update on Solar Serena Sunrise development
- September 2021 – Update for neighbours about progress on the site
- January 2022 – Update for neighbours about progress on the site
- July 2022 - Update to residents on site progress and upcoming works
- July 2022 – Newsletter update from the resident meeting
- September 2022 - Topping out marked at new Hornchurch retirement village
- October 2022 - Update for residents on progress
- December 2022 - Update to residents
- November 2023 - Update for local residents
- November 2023 - Park Rise resident meeting newsletter update
- August 2024 - Welcoming back returning tenants - Alan’s story
- November 2024 - New homes bring community together
- February 2025 - Park Rise apprentices in action
At Park Rise living is easy.
The high-quality apartments alongside Harrow Lodge Park have been designed and built exclusively for over 55s to live independent lives whilst being part of a wider community.
Whether you’re leading an active life, enjoying a quiet retirement, or need a little help and support, Park Rise is the perfect home. Future-proof, low maintenance apartments set around beautiful central landscaped gardens provide contemporary comfort in a stunning parkside setting.
It takes all types to make a community, and you’ll have plenty of opportunity to meet your new neighbours in the shared indoor and outdoor spaces or by joining in the many activities on offer. If needed, help is at hand from the estate manager.
At Park Rise living together is a pleasure.
For more information visit the Park Rise website.
Welcome to your new home:
- A video guide for council tenants on the features in your new home
- Home User Guide for Park Rise council tenants
Welcome to your new home – Guides for private tenants on the features in your new home:
- Welcome to your New Home at Park Rise - Home User Video Part One
- How to Use the Features in your New Home at Park Rise - Home User Video Part Two
Further information
If you have a query or would like more information regarding this project, please contact us at regeneration@havering.gov.uk.