Handley Gardens is a major new garden community in Maldon, Essex, where Taylor Wimpey East London is delivering over 1,000 homes as part of a vision to create a sustainable, well-connected community. GTC has been appointed to design, deliver, and operate multiple utility networks that will support this vibrant new neighbourhood.

Customer:

Taylor Wimpey

Our solutions:

ElectricityFibreWaterGas

Integrated Utilities for Modern Living

GTC is providing fully coordinated multi-utility infrastructure to over 1,000 new homes at Handley Gardens. The scheme includes electricity, gas, water, and ultrafast fibre, all installed via a single, streamlined delivery model that ensures build efficiencies and long-term service reliability.

By working closely with Taylor Wimpey from the early planning stages, GTC was able to optimise network routes and phasing to support the developer’s delivery programme. All utilities are provided through GTC’s self-lay, own, and operate model, offering a one-stop-shop solution with a single point of contact throughout the design, installation, and commissioning phases.

  • Fully coordinated multi-utility design
  • Over 1,000 homes supplied with electricity, gas, water, and fibre
  • Long-term asset ownership and 24/7 network support from GTC

Future-Proof Fibre Connectivity

In addition to utility services, GTC is delivering a full fibre broadband network that provides residents at Handley Gardens with gigabit-speed connectivity. Delivered through GTC’s open-access fibre network, homeowners can choose from a wide range of service providers, benefiting from market competition, flexibility, and the reassurance of future-proof digital infrastructure.

The fibre network is installed in parallel with other utilities, minimising disruption and ensuring every home is connected from day one. GTC’s approach supports modern lifestyles, home working, and digital inclusion – key elements of today’s sustainable communities.

  • Gigabit-capable broadband from day one
  • Open-access fibre network with choice of multiple service providers
  • Seamless installation alongside other utility networks

Trusted to Deliver

The scale and phased nature of Handley Gardens requires close collaboration and careful coordination. GTC’s long-standing relationship with Taylor Wimpey ensures smooth project delivery, with ongoing communication and flexibility to meet the evolving needs of this significant new development.

Handley Gardens is a flagship project, and we needed utility partners who could match our ambition and provide reliable, future-ready infrastructure. GTC’s multi-utility solution has supported the project’s progress and ensured residents benefit from high-quality, well-managed networks.
Gavin Morrissey, Engineering and Planning Director at Taylor Wimpey East London
We’re proud to be delivering a full suite of utilities to Handley Gardens, supporting Taylor Wimpey’s vision for a modern, well-connected community. Our integrated approach helps reduce disruption, streamline delivery, and provide homeowners with long-term peace of mind.
John Marsh, Chief Innovation Officer at GTC