Our main strategy is to...
Make Byker an estate of choice
Contribute to a thriving Byker
Ensure that the Byker Community Trust (BCT) community ethos is sustained
Introduction
The Thriving Byker Strategy (TBS) provides a framework for strategic partnership working. Its objectives and priorities are based on what our customers asked for and how they will impact positively on customers in the Byker Estate.
During 2024/25 the TBS was refreshed in collaboration with the BCT Committee and our strategic partners to ensure the themes remain relevant and align with their strategic priorities for the Byker Estate.
To achieve the TBS priorities and increase community activities, we work in collaboration with key strategic partners, stakeholders and more than 30 community and voluntary organisations.
Our strategic partners are:
- Newcastle City Council (NCC)
- Local Ward Councillors
- Northumbria Police
- Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service
- Primary schools in Byker
- Byker Sands Family Centre
The TBS is widely influenced by the views of customers on the following key themes:
Pride and ownership in the area
Health, wellbeing and minfulness
Income maximisation
A cleaner and greener Byker
A safe place to live
Children and young people
Extending our reach
Community training and employment
Digital connectivity
All projects and initiatives delivered through the TBS are subject to review, to understand the potential value for money from the investment, and the positive impact on our customers in delivering the TBS.
This supplement highlights our progress during 2024/2025, delivering against our key themes and highlights some of the fantastic outcomes achieved.
