Introduction
Shaped by the past, building the future
Hopkins Homes is preparing proposals for a new, high-quality residential development on land north of The Street in Rayne, Braintree. The plans seek to deliver new homes, including affordable housing, alongside significant green open spaces as well as new and improved walking and cycling connections.
Our vision is to create a carefully designed extension to the west of Rayne that carefully reflects its surrounding character, supports local needs and provides truly lasting benefits for both existing and future residents. We are seeking feedback from the community to help shape the proposals before a planning application is submitted.
Drop-in events
We want to hear from the community
Tuesday 9 June 2026
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Rayne Village Hall, 3 Gore Road, Rayne, Braintree CM77 6TX
Saturday 13 June 2026
9am – 12pm
Rayne Village Hall, 3 Gore Road, Rayne, Braintree CM77 6TX
Key features
What the scheme offers
- Approximately 160 high-quality new homes to help meet local needs
- Significant areas of public open space and green infrastructure
- Improved walking and cycling routes connecting into Rayne
- Enhancements to habitats and wildlife throughout the site
Drop-in events
We want to hear from the community
Tuesday 9 June 2026
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Rayne Village Hall, 3 Gore Road, Rayne, Braintree CM77 6TX
Saturday 13 June 2026
9am – 12pm
Rayne Village Hall, 3 Gore Road, Rayne, Braintree CM77 6TX
Proposals
A forward-thinking approach to the community
See what you think of our landscape-led proposals, with green open space, affordable housing, and improved walking and cycling connections.
Timeline
How will the project move forward?
Timeline is subject to change due to planning and consultation.
June 2026
Community consultation.
Summer 2026
Planning application submission to Braintree District Council, and associated Council’s statutory consultation process.
Late 2026 / Early 2027
Anticipated determination of planning application.