Lafford Group
Creating Choice, Quality and Opportunity Across Lincolnshire
Lafford Group is North Kesteven District Council’s housing company, created to deliver high-quality homes, support thriving communities and provide greater housing choice across Lincolnshire.
Through our two specialist divisions, Lafford Living (Private Rentals) and Lafford New Homes (Private Sales),, we help people at different stages of their housing journey while creating lasting value for local communities.
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Our Vision for Homes and Communities By Councillor Wright, Leader of North Kesteven District Council
Local Leadership Creating Lasting Communities
Housing is more than bricks and mortar, it is the foundation of thriving communities and a resilient local economy. At North Kesteven District Council, we have always believed that strong local leadership is the key to delivering homes that people need, in places they want to live.
As I have said previously: “Local leadership is essential. It gets homes built, creates jobs and helps people overcome hardship.”
That principle underpins our commitment to the Lafford Group. As the council-owned housing company, the Lafford Group plays a vital role in meeting the district’s housing needs and shaping its future. It was created to do more than build houses, it was designed to create choice, quality, and sustainability for generations to come.
“Local leadership is essential. It gets homes built, creates jobs and helps people overcome hardship.”Councillor Wright, Leader of North Kesteven District Council
Driving Growth and Diversification
Creating Greater Housing Choice Across Lincolnshire
The Lafford Group has grown significantly since its inception. What began as a provider of high-quality rental homes has evolved into a housing company offering both professionally managed rental homes and new homes for private sale.
This growth is a deliberate step to provide local people with greater choice, whether they are looking to rent, buy, downsize or take their first step onto the property ladder. It also helps ensure that our developments support balanced, sustainable and thriving communities across North Kesteven and the wider Lincolnshire area.
Our Commitments
Delivering Quality, Choice and Lasting Value
Everything we do is guided by a commitment to delivering high-quality homes, supporting thriving communities and creating long-term value for residents and North Kesteven. These principles shape the way we plan, develop and manage homes across our portfolio.
- Quality and Sustainability: Every home is designed with energy efficiency and net-zero aspirations in mind.
- Choice and Affordability: A mix of rental and private sale homes to meet diverse needs.
- Community Resilience: Developments that foster connection, wellbeing, and long-term value.
Previous schemes such as Orford Avenue in Waddington and Old Quarry Close in Metheringham demonstrate what can be achieved when thoughtful design meets environmental responsibility. These developments reflect our commitment to creating high-quality homes, supporting sustainable communities and delivering places where people are proud to live.
Through Lafford Living and Lafford New Homes, we continue to provide greater choice, quality and long-term value for residents across Lincolnshire.
Looking Ahead
Investing in the Future of North Kesteven
Our ambition is clear: “To create homes and places that strengthen Lincolnshire for generations to come.” Coumcillor Wright, Leader of North Kesteven District Council.
Through Lafford Group, we are investing in more than homes. We are creating communities that support local people, strengthen local economies and provide greater housing choice for future generations.
Through Lafford Living and Lafford New Homes, we will continue to invest in homes and places that create lasting benefits for residents, businesses and future generations.
Our Purpose and Principles
Guiding Every Decision We Make
Together, our Mission, Vision and Ethos guide every decision we make, helping us deliver homes, communities and services that create lasting value for residents, partners and North Kesteven.
Our Mission
We provide high quality, well-designed and well-managed homes through a commercially strong and customer-focused approach: Meeting diverse needs and creating lasting value.
Our Vision
To be a trusted housing company that creates homes people are proud to live in: Offering choice, putting customers first, and building thriving, sustainable communities.
Our Ethos
We create homes with care and purpose, shaped by strong partnerships and an understanding of our customers. As a values-led organisation, we focus on what matters: Real needs, lasting quality, and making a positive, and enduring, impact.
The Principles That Shape Our Culture
Our values define how we work, how we engage with our customers and communities, and how we make decisions across the organisation. They provide a consistent framework for delivering homes, services and developments that create lasting value for North Kesteven.
- Integrity & Trust: Acting with care, professionalism, and honesty.
- Customer First: Delivering flexible choices for diverse lifestyles.
- Design that Matters: Thoughtful, lasting, locally rooted homes.
- Commercial with Purpose: Profitability with wider value for people and places.
- People-Focused: Investing in our team’s growth and wellbeing.
- Building Together: Collaborating for shared success with agility and purpose.
What We Deliver
Creating Homes, Communities and Opportunities
Through Lafford Living and Lafford New Homes, we deliver more than just homes. We create places where people can live, work and thrive, supporting a wide range of housing needs across North Kesteven and the wider Lincolnshire area.
Our portfolio includes professionally managed rental homes, quality homes for private sale, family homes, bungalows and modern apartments. Every development is designed with a focus on quality, sustainability and long-term community value.
By combining thoughtful design, responsible development and professional management, we aim to provide greater housing choice while helping to create vibrant, resilient and connected communities for current and future generations.
Frequently asked questions
Answers About Lafford Group
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Lafford Group is North Kesteven District Council’s housing company. Through Lafford Living and Lafford New Homes, we provide professionally managed rental homes and quality homes for private sale, helping to support local housing needs and create lasting value for communities.
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Lafford Group is wholly owned by North Kesteven District Council and operates in support of the Council’s wider housing, regeneration and community objectives.
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Lafford Group was established by North Kesteven District Council to help deliver additional housing opportunities, support economic growth and contribute positively to communities across the district. The company operates with a commercial and customer-focused approach while supporting the Council’s long-term ambitions.
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Lafford Group develops, owns and manages homes through its specialist divisions. Our activities include providing homes to rent through Lafford Living and delivering homes for private sale through Lafford New Homes.
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Lafford Living is the private rental division of Lafford Group, providing professionally managed homes to rent across Lincolnshire and supporting residents throughout their tenancy journey.
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Lafford New Homes is the private sales division of Lafford Group, delivering quality new homes designed to meet the needs of modern buyers, families and downsizers.
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Lafford Group primarily operates within North Kesteven and the wider Lincolnshire area, supporting local housing needs through both rental and private sale developments.
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Through investment in homes, infrastructure and sustainable development, Lafford Group helps create thriving communities, supports local employment and contributes to the long-term prosperity of North Kesteven.
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You can contact the Lafford Group team using the enquiry form below or through the contact details available on our Contact Us page.
We are happy to answer questions about our developments, services and future opportunities.