The announcement in the recent Budget means the long-awaited extension can now move ahead. For many residents, this will be a major improvement. SE28 is the only postcode in London without a Tube or rail station.
The new DLR link will make journeys quicker and easier, and connect people to opportunities right across the capital. It will also help attract more investment to the town, bringing new shops, services and jobs closer to home. A consultation by TfL last year showed that local people strongly support the project.
The new transport link also unlocks plans for up to 15,000 new homes, new community facilities and green spaces at Thamesmead Waterfront – a large riverside site which can be viewed from Gallions Hill.
The Thamesmead Waterfront project includes an improved town centre, dedicated walking and cycling routes, and a focus on low-carbon design to support healthier living.
John Lewis, Executive Director of Sustainable Places at Peabody, said the DLR extension is a key step in helping Thamesmead reach its full potential.
“This vital transport link will help bring lasting benefits for local people,” he said. “It makes it possible to deliver new homes, support local businesses and create new opportunities for generations to come.”
Work on the DLR extension is expected to start in 2028 and finish in 2033. The two- mile extension includes a one- mile tunnel under the river, with new stations at Thamesmead and Beckton Riverside. Construction firms have now been invited to share their ideas ahead of the formal procurement process.
Peabody will continue working with partners to bring the Thamesmead Waterfront plans to life and make sure residents are at the heart of the changes taking place.
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