The Ebbsfleet Journey
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation was set up to deliver up to 15,000 homes and create a 21st-century Garden City in North Kent. Ebbsfleet Development Corporation was set up by the government to speed up the delivery of up to 15,000 homes and create a 21st-century Garden City in North Kent. We work closely with local authorities and local communities to develop plans that meet local and national needs, providing high-quality, well-designed and sustainable housing and significant employment opportunities. As an organisation, we are united in our determination to create a truly brilliant place to both live and work.
The story so far…
Much of the land in Ebbsfleet is brownfield and was formerly used for quarrying. Ebbsfleet International railway station was opened in November 2007, however, due to the complexity of land opportunity within the area, a number of regeneration initiatives have historically stalled. Since inception in 2015, Ebbsfleet Development Corporation has continued to deliver at pace, with over 3,000 homes now built in Ebbsfleet and some great plans for future regeneration.
Ebbsfleet Central Outline Application submitted
Bluewater Shopping Centre opens
Outline planning permission for homes granted by Gravesham and Dartford Council
Springhead Masterplan approved
Eastern Quarry Outline Application Submitted
Swanscombe Peninsula Outline permission submitted for mixed-use scheme
Eastern Quarry Outline Application approval
Ebbsfleet International Station opens for HS1 rail service
First residential development started at Springhead in Gravesham
Ebbsfleet International Domestic Services Commence
October Dartford Core Strategy Adopted
Eastern Quarry Revised Masterplan Approval
London Resort NSIP Status Awarded
Gravesham Core Strategy Adopted
Ebbsfleet Garden City & Ebbsfleet Development Corporation established
Ebbsfleet Healthy New Towns pilot begins
Castle Hill Community Centre & Cherry Orchard Primary Academy opened
Works begin to construct Springhead Bridge
Major electrical grid improvements bring power to Ebbsfleet
Ebbsfleet Development Corporation purchases 125-hectare site around Ebbsfleet International
A2 Bean and Bluewater network improvements
Ebbsfleet’s 2000th home completed
Springhead Bridge opens to the public and wins the Civils Project of the Year at SECBE Constructing Excellence Award
Ebbsfleet’s 3000th home completed
Homes Designed by You
The first custom-build neighbourhood, with 67 homes is completed at Alkerden Gateway by Chartway. This pioneering development empowers residents to shape their own homes through a six-stage customisation process — from layout to sustainability features — including the option to install solar photovoltaic panels. With options like green roofs, bee bricks, and fruit trees, the scheme reflects Ebbsfleet’s commitment to innovation and community-led design.
4,000th home complete
The 4,000th home is completed, doubling the housing stock in just four years and reinforcing Ebbsfleet’s position as one of the UK’s most ambitious new communities.
Fastrack launches in Ebbsfleet
Ebbsfleet’s commitment to sustainable transport takes a major leap forward with the launch of electric Fastrack buses. These zero-emission vehicles offer fast, reliable, and eco-friendly connections across the Garden City and beyond, linking key neighbourhoods, schools, and transport hubs. The new fleet supports Ebbsfleet’s vision of a walkable, low-carbon community and marks a significant investment in future-ready infrastructure.
What next?
Championed by the Government and Ebbsfleet Development Corporation, Ebbsfleet brings the traditional garden city principles up to date. Discover our vision for the area.