They say their properties on Bridge Street and All Saints Street in King's Lynn have been left riddled with cracks caused by vibrations from heavy lorries and construction work.

Affected buildings include the Greenland Fishery, a Grade II listed former whalers' tavern built in the early 17th century and the Pink House, a listed property of similar age next door.

Farrow House, which was the last phase of the Hillington Square regeneration scheme, which was completed in February (Image: Chris Bishop)

Social landlord Freebridge Community Housing promised to rectify any problems caused by the fifth and final phase of its revamp of Hillington Square, before work began in the summer of 2023.

But 10 months after the project was completed in February, residents say it is now dragging its heels when it comes to making amends for the damage.

Freebridge said it was still analysing pictures of cracks in properties to see whether it had been caused by work on its site.

It added if they showed its development was responsible, it would carry out repairs.

A lorry delivering a dump truck for the development passes through Bridge Street in July, 2023 (Image: Supplied)

A lorry unloading its cargo on Bridge Street in July, 2023 (Image: Supplied)

Heavy machinery being delivered to the site (Image: Supplied)

North West Norfolk MP James Wild said: “I have met residents on site to listen directly to their concerns about the impact of recent construction works.

“Following these discussions, I have raised the matters with Freebridge to ensure there is a full understanding of the points and I will continue working with all parties to support a timely resolution.”

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