Sheltered Housing residents at St Chad's Green, a peaceful community of 29 people in Midsomer Norton, say they will face court and eviction rather than leave their homes, after it emerged the site's landlord, Curo, is looking at options to potentially redevelop the land in future.

St Chad's Green is exactly that – green. With only 25 dwellings in total, there is a large grassed communal area towards the back of the site, used presently by residents who may otherwise be lonely and isolated to share a cup of tea in the gardens, tended by resident and keen gardener, Tony Vranch. This area, though, could reasonably accommodate more buildings and residents say they are afraid that the landlord is more concerned about the value of the land, rather than those who live there. Speaking to the local media this week, the residents called an emergency meeting, alongside Midsomer Norton's Mayor, Paul Myers, to ask for help.

The buildings, some of which have been specially adapted for families with severe disabilities, are around fifty years old and those who live there say that it is a popular site which is filled quickly if there is an empty property. Residents had recently become suspicious that all is not as it seems, with long-promised central heating to replace storage heaters still not installed and their requests for a car park unaddressed. Recently, officers have been actively looking at the site, which has caused many of the elderly tenants to feel frightened for their future at St Chad's Green.

Speaking at the end of last week, Val Neil, from the recently-formed Residents' Association, said: "This situation isn't fair, we thought these homes would be our resting place. It's the not knowing, living in limbo – I don't want to live like that. I love my home – my home is my castle. I shouldn't have to start again, aged 79, somewhere new and surrounded by people I don't know. I speak for everyone here when I say we are not going anywhere."

A partially-sighted resident also spoke at the meeting, saying she now knew her surroundings so well that should she have to move, she wouldn't have the confidence to go out again. Those present also spoke about how they all care and look out for each other and felt that should they have to move, their self-made community would be lost forever.

After being contacted by The Journal, Curo released a statement from Chris Trowell, Head of Strategic Projects, this week. He said: "It is important that our homes are kept in good condition and that they meet the needs of our future customers as well as current residents. We will be carrying out a 'stock condition survey' of our homes at St Chad's, which are now nearly fifty years old.

"This will help us plan for any major spending on our homes to keep them up-to-date. We will also be looking at other options to make sure our plans provide good value. This is important because much of the money comes from our tenants' rent.

"We have just started to think about our future plans for those homes at St Chad's. This may lead to us renovating or rebuilding the homes, changing the types of homes, or leaving them as they are.

"We understand this news might be unsettling for some residents and we would like to reassure them that no decisions have been made. We would consult residents on any proposals that might affect their home. The earliest any decision would be made is during the autumn.

"If we decide that St Chad's is in need of major work, this would be very carefully planned. We would work closely with residents, family members and carers to make sure everyone is able to move to a suitable alternative home.

"Because we are at such an early stage, we have not contacted residents yet, however, we will be visiting residents of St Chad's to answer any questions or concerns about this. We ask any concerned residents to contact us on: 01225 366000 to talk to their dedicated neighbourhood manager or sheltered housing officer."

Cllr Paul Myers said at the meeting last Friday that he would be writing to Curo, alongside fellow Conservative Councillor, Chris Watt, to ask the landlord to confirm or deny the residents' fears within a deadline. He said that the situation, which is causing much emotional distress, is "Completely unacceptable" and that residents have a right to know what is going on.