Axis successfully delivers Phase 1 of funded retrofit works to 1,200 homes in south west London
Project Overview – Phase 1
Axis is delivering funded retrofit works to 1,200 homes across the Shaftesbury Estate, one of Peabody’s largest neighbourhoods located in Battersea in south west London. The properties were built in the late 1800s; and on most homes here, our funded retrofit works include the installation of solar panels, upgraded loft insulation and enhanced ventilation.
Peabody is contributing £25 million, and the overall budget for the 3-year programme is £50+m.
Works (which typically take around six weeks per home) began in 2025 and Axis is on track to complete 70% of properties by February 2026.
“This work is important because Peabody is committed to ensuring homes are warm, well-ventilated and free from damp and mould. By delivering these improvements, we can significantly reduce residents’ energy bills while overcoming the challenges presented by the age of these properties” - Matt Aspinwall, Senior Contract Manager, Axis
Specifications
- Solar PV panel installation
- Loft insulation and wall insulation upgrades
- Improved ventilation strategies, including mechanical fans and air bricks
- LED lighting
- Door undercuts to support airflow
- Assessments, surveys
- Ground works
- Asbestos removal
Benefits
- Improved EPC ratings: from band D to C
- Lower energy bills
- Immediate savings
- Better indoor air quality
- Reduced damp and mould issues
- Reduced household carbon footprints
- Homes are warmer, easier and cheaper to heat
- Supports Peabody’s long-term carbon reduction targets
- Long-term decarbonisation benefits for homes, communities and the environment
Overcoming Project Challenges
As some of the homes require structural strengthening to support the installation of solar panels, Axis is installing new structural beams to safely accommodate the additional load. And we identified asbestos-containing roof slates on some properties so our specialist teams safely removed the sales so our solar installations could proceed.
Resident Care and Communication
Resident engagement is central to our delivery. Axis has established a dedicated site office on the estate providing residents with direct access to information and support over the length of the contract and enabling us to respond quickly to questions or concerns..