The baseline value of the site is considered to be low, largely pertaining to closely managed modified grassland and native hedgerows of varying condition and species-richness. Overall, the homogenous nature of the existing habitats limits the sites value to support local wildlife and protected species. Phase 2 ecology surveys undertaken on the site confirmed the likely absence of a resident population of reptiles, great crested newts, badgers or roosting bats from the site or zone of influence. Activity surveys for wintering and breeding birds as well as foraging and commuting bats concluded the site supports locally and nationally frequent species, typically associated with sub-urban environments and failed to identify any species of high value.

Ponds are to be established on site connecting into the existing drainage channels, this will improve water retention as well as creating points of interest around the site which also increase biodiversity within the proposed SANG.

Meadow grassland is proposed across the site to encourage and create a rich matrix of flora and fauna as well as visual interest for recreational users. Boundary buffer vegetation is denser within the north of the proposed SANG in order to create a visual and noise barrier from the A41 to the north of the site as well as creating habitats and visually interesting routes for visitors. Scrub is proposed as understory planting for ecological enhancement and habitat creation. Around the boundary intentional breaks in vegetation have been implemented in order to allow views to the wider countryside.

The proposals have considered the key habitats present on site and have limited the area of impact low-value modified grassland, whilst notably retaining existing mature trees and hedgerows. The areas of open space will see the creation of a diverse mosaic of habitats which will be of benefit to local protected species. The enhancement of existing hedgerow and planting of additional native hedgerows will increase the overall connective value of the site within a local and wider context and supports a viable expansion of high-value terrestrial habitat for these species.