Planning consent granted for final phases of Stockport Exchange

Stockport Council and development partner Muse, have been given the green light to take forward the next phases of Stockport Exchange, the town's business district strategically located by Stockport station.

These plans include 4 Stockport Exchange, which will comprise 60,000 sq ft of office space with ground floor opportunities available for shops, cafes, bars or restaurants, as well as a fully accessible and landscaped approach to the railway station and new public square.

4 Stockport Exchange has been designed to incorporate very high environmental standards including BREEAM ‘Excellent’ and EPC “A” ratings, as well as WELL Gold accreditation.

The council has also gained permission for another phase which will include an additional 185,000 sq ft of Grade A office space and up to 100 residential apartments.

The £145 million development, Stockport Exchange was designed to develop into a business district in the town, with direct transport links to both Manchester city centre and London via train. The office space has already attracted companies such as Stagecoach, musicMagpie, and a Holiday Inn Express to the town.

Stockport Exchange has created a stunning new gateway to the town for visitors arriving at Stockport Station and is minutes from the new transport interchange, bringing great local connectivity.

The business district is central to the £1 billion regeneration programme currently being delivered across the town alongside the creation of a brand-new neighbourhood, Stockport 8, spearheaded by Stockport MDC to create thousands of new homes and amenities.

Cllr Colin MacAlister, Cabinet Member for Economy and Regeneration at Stockport Council, said:

“Stockport Exchange has been a popular choice for a diverse range of businesses and it’s good news that we now have future phases in the pipeline, to attract even more businesses, as well as creating employment opportunities and a range of good quality amenities.

“This latest milestone is a significant achievement with the potential to also provide much needed homes in a highly accessible location.”

Max King, Project Director at Muse, said:

“Getting the green light for the next and final phases of development at Stockport Exchange is fantastic news as it’s the last piece in the puzzle for the blossoming business community that we’ve proudly created in the town.

“Still one of the most accessible locations in the North West, Stockport continues to prove popular with growing and established businesses looking for something a bit different that’s outside of Manchester but still highly commutable. Stockport’s wider regeneration and ongoing renaissance is only adding to this, making it a popular hub to work and live in.”

Savills, Manchester, has led the planning process for Stockport Exchange.

Stockport Exchange will also soon be complemented by a three court padel tennis facility, as a temporary offering while further phases of the popular business hub are planned. Social Sports Society will bring the world’s fastest-growing sports to Stockport Exchange, subject to planning approval, after the summer.