Watkin Jones PLC

Watkin Jones is the leading developer and manager of residential for rent homes in the UK, with a strategic focus on the student accommodation, build to rent, and affordable housing sectors. The company sources sites to develop high-quality, sustainable housing, primarily in urban locations. Employing a capital-light model, Watkin Jones forward sells its developments to institutional investors, collaborating on design to meet specific needs.

Their end-to-end solution is completed by Fresh, their accommodation management business, which provides invaluable resident insights to inform future development. The company's purpose is to create the future of living by developing and building places that people will enjoy for years to come. They aim to enhance residents' lives through quality homes and excellent customer service, while playing a significant role in addressing the UK's housing shortage.

Watkin Jones' strategy is built on leveraging its leadership in Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), building momentum in the Build To Rent (BTR) market, evolving its affordable-led homes development, and offering high-quality letting and management services. They also focus on optimising business structure, investing in systems, and embedding a desired culture that prioritises people, places, and the planet.