Thrive Homes Celebrates Double Shortlisting at First Time Buyer Reader Awards
Thrive Homes is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted in two categories at the prestigious 2025 First Time Buyer Reader Awards, recognising the organisation’s commitment to innovative, high quality built and designed homes ensuring continual excellence in affordable housing.
The Brambles, Leighton Buzzard has been shortlisted for Best First Time Buyer Family Home, a testament to Thrive’s dedication and commitment to building a range of truly affordable homes suited to our customers at every stage of their home ownership journey, shoor growing families. Located in a thriving community, The Brambles offers thoughtfully designed homes that combine comfort, quality, and affordability—perfectly suited for first-time buyers looking to put down roots.
In addition, Thrive Homes has been recognised in the Best Use of Technology category for its pioneering use of QR codes at the Parkside development. This innovative approach enhances tenant communication by providing instant access to essential information, services, and support. The initiative, which was also recently acknowledged at the Housing Innovation Awards, reflects Thrive’s forward-thinking strategy to improve the customer experience through smart, user-friendly technology.
Steven Midgley, Head of Sales & Marketing at Thrive Homes said:
“We’re thrilled to be shortlisted in two categories that reflect both our commitment to building great homes and our drive to innovate in how we support our customers.
“These nominations are a recognition of the hard work and creativity of our team, and we’re excited to continue pushing boundaries whilst focusing on the quality and affordability of homes for first time buyers.”
The Brambles, Leighton Buzzard is shortlisted for Best First Time Buyer Family Home
Parkside, Garston is shortlisted for Best Use of Technology for it's use of QR codes on white goods and systems
The First Time Buyer Reader Awards celebrate the achievements of developers, housing associations, and other industry leaders who help make homeownership more accessible. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony in London on 12 September 2025.
Voting is open to the public from Friday 23 May.
To cast your vote, visit www.ftbawards.com
For more information about Thrive Homes and its developments, visit www.thrivehomes.org.uk/sales.