Gray’s Lane (and Gray’s Lane Mews) is a small development located between North Belfast and Newtownabbey.
The development is situated close to many local amenities, including public transport links, schools and community centres.
Cave Hill Country Park is only a 4-minute drive from this development and offers sweeping views of Belfast and Scotland, plus caves and an old ring fort. Belfast Zoo, home to more than 1,000 animals and over 150 species, is another popular attraction in the local area.
Castle Community Trust which is dedicated to fostering community growth and prosperity in the lower north Belfast area is just a 5-minute drive away. Also close by is Abbey Centre, an indoor shopping centre with department stores, fashion shops plus a food court and free parking.
Gray’s Lane (built in 2020) and Gray’s Lane Mews (built in 2024) consist of 18 social homes in total including 2-bed and 3-bed houses and a 2-bed complex needs bungalow:
- Built to Lifetime Home and Secured by Design standards
- Gas heating
- Double glazed windows
- Private gardens to front and rear of properties
- Private parking, with some on-street and layby provision.
How to apply for this accommodation
To be considered for social rented housing, applicants should complete the Housing/Transfer Application form.
The Housing Executive is responsible for carrying out all assessments to ensure that you are eligible for social rent housing. They will arrange a visit to assess your circumstances.
More information can be viewed on how to apply - general housing.

