Brent delivers 155 council homes at Cricklewood site for homeless families
Shillibeer House, part of a 461-home redevelopment, now houses 96 households previously identified as homeless
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Ninety-six households previously identified as homeless have moved into Shillibeer House, a newly completed 155-home affordable housing block in Cricklewood. The development, part of a larger 461-home scheme on the former Alperton Bus Garage site, was handed over to Brent Council in May 2026.
Brent Council approved the redevelopment plans in 2021. The site, which once housed a bus garage, will now include four buildings rising up to 28 storeys. The council has taken a long-term lease on the 155 homes, which are managed by rental operator AG Homes.
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Homes named after transport pioneer
The development is named after George Shillibeer, who introduced London’s first horse-drawn omnibus service. Brent Council said the name recognises the site’s history in public transport. Shillibeer House includes 55 one-bedroom, 49 two-bedroom, and 46 three-bedroom flats, alongside five four-bedroom family homes.
“These 155 new council homes mean more local people can move into safe, modern and energy-efficient homes where they can put down roots and thrive. Each home represents a fresh start and brings us another step closer to tackling the housing crisis.”
Cllr Matt Kelcher, Brent Council Cabinet Member for Housing and Resident Services
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Wider scheme to deliver 40% affordable housing
The Cricklewood redevelopment will deliver 40% affordable housing across the entire site. In addition to the 155 council homes at Shillibeer House, the scheme includes 98 homes at London Affordable Rent and 57 shared-ownership units. A further 306 units will be available as Build-to-Rent.
The development also features commercial space, a community unit, a café, and light-industrial “maker spaces” designed to support local businesses. When complete, the site is expected to house around 1,200 residents.
What happens next
The remaining phases of the redevelopment will continue over the coming months. Brent Council and developer Telford Living have not confirmed a completion date for the entire scheme. Residents and local businesses can expect further updates as construction progresses on the Build-to-Rent units and commercial spaces.
Questions this report answers
+How many homeless households have moved into Shillibeer House?
Ninety-six households previously identified as homeless have moved into Shillibeer House, part of the 103 households rehoused there. The block is part of a larger 461-home redevelopment in Cricklewood, managed by Brent Council.
+What types of affordable housing are included in the Cricklewood scheme?
The Cricklewood redevelopment includes 155 council homes, 98 London Affordable Rent units, and 57 shared-ownership properties. The scheme aims to deliver 40% affordable housing across the entire site when complete.
+Who is managing the homes at Shillibeer House?
Brent Council holds a long-term lease on the 155 homes at Shillibeer House, which are managed by rental operator AG Homes. The council has prioritised rehousing homeless households in the new development.
+When will the Cricklewood redevelopment be fully complete?
Brent Council and developer Telford Living have not confirmed a completion date for the entire Cricklewood redevelopment. The scheme includes four buildings up to 28 storeys, with further phases still under construction.
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