Two major regeneration projects worth £25 million have been approved for Moston, marking the next phase of a long-term £90 million investment programme designed to revitalise the neighbourhood, deliver new homes, and create a vibrant public square.
The investment forms part of Manchester City Council’s Neighbourhood Development Framework (NDF), launched in 2023, which sets out an ambitious vision to unlock Moston’s potential through improvements to housing, green spaces, infrastructure, and local amenities.
So far, the multi-million-pound regeneration across Moston has delivered new social housing, pocket parks, road safety upgrades, alley-gating, and measures to tackle fly-tipping and environmental issues. Over the summer, enhancements were completed to three pocket parks on Moston Lane, alongside improvements to the Simpson Memorial Hall and Community Hub.
More than £3 million in government grants has also supported the delivery of new social and affordable homes for local residents in recent years.
One of the flagship projects under the NDF is the creation of a new public square on Moston Lane, designed as a focal point for the high street and a flexible community space for markets, events, and gatherings.
The new square will include seating, lighting, trees, and planting, providing a welcoming green space in the heart of the neighbourhood. The Council has acquired several properties between Pym Street and Hartley Street, which will be cleared to make way for the development.
As part of the regeneration, the Moston Superstore will relocate from its current site to the Kenyon Lane car park, with a planning application expected shortly. Replacement parking will be provided across several nearby locations, including spaces dedicated for supermarket users.
Plans for the site also include around 80 new homes, made up of apartments and townhouses, including social and genuinely affordable housing. Ground floor areas will offer retail, commercial, health, and community facilities, supporting a more vibrant and sustainable high street.
The Council has now started the developer disposal process for the site, with a planning application to follow after community consultation.
A second regeneration site, between Watermans Close and Ebsworth Street, is also being brought forward through the same process. The location has been identified for 30 to 40 new family homes, addressing local demand for larger properties and incorporating new green space.
The successful developer for both sites is expected to be appointed by March 2026, with community consultation and planning submissions to follow.
To ensure local input into the regeneration, the Council is establishing the Moston Regeneration Partnership, a new advisory group chaired by Cllr Paula Appleby. The group will work with residents, businesses, and the appointed developer to guide design decisions and help shape future investment priorities for Moston Lane.
Together, these initiatives mark a major milestone in Moston’s transformation — delivering new homes, community spaces, and economic opportunities that will benefit local people for generations to come.
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