North Lincolnshire Council has announced a hew homes plans for western Scunthorpe including six new villages, green space and new communities.

The Trent Vale scheme will be made up a series of connected villages – Burgess Croft, Burleigh Green, Woldmere, Ashmere, Southgate Hollow and Brumby Green.

The council says the move signals a “clear step forward” from the long-standing Lincolnshire Lakes concept, first announced more than 20 years ago.

It says the new village approach builds on years of major infrastructure investment already delivered and planned for the western edge of Scunthorpe.

That includes the approval of two new motorway junctions off the M181, plans for the Burringham Bypass and Southern Motorway Link to improve connectivity and traffic flow, and the delivery of the Trent flood defence scheme, which has strengthened protection along the River Trent corridor.

Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Residents want clarity, certainty and delivery. The new villages set out exactly what the future of this area looks like – not old ideas from another decade, but a clear, practical vision shaped around what local people need now.

“This is about creating real communities, real choices and real opportunities. The six new villages will unlock growth, attract investment and support families for generations.”

The council will now work with developers and partners to bring forward detailed proposals under the new Trent Vale identity.