Liverpool Baltic Station On Track For Approval | RWinvest Skip to content

£96m Liverpool Baltic Station Plans On Track For Approval

Don't miss out on the best new investment deals. Enter your details now to sign up to our mailing list and receive exclusive information straight to your inbox.

    Full Steam Ahead! Liverpool Baltic Station Plans On Course for Council Approval

    The almost £100m funding package will be recommended for approval at a Combined Authority meeting next week, with the planning application set to be submitted to Liverpool City Council in October.

    Construction will begin next year, pending approvals from the Department for Transport, with Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram pledging to have the station open by 2027. Current estimations suggest that the service will be operational closer to the end of that year.

    But what does this mean for the Liverpool property market?

    Last Townhouse available - Most exclusive location in Liverpool

    This is the last chance to invest in a rare duplex townhouse within most sought-after area of Liverpool

      Liverpool Station

      New Station Set to Boost Connectivity & Economic Growth

      This new development builds on the success of the £80m Headbolt Lane Station, which opened last year in Kirkby. This station is served by pioneering battery-powered trains, which have brought about the first extension to the Merseyrail network in a generation, with further growth planned.

      The £96m funding package will come from the £710m City Region Sustainable Transport Settlement (CRSTS), dedicated to major transport projects across Merseyside. Further funding for various active travel schemes will also be discussed at this month’s Combined Authority meeting, alongside ongoing improvements to active travel and surrounding public spaces, following support from a recent public consultation.

      Due to its similarity to James Street Station in Central Liverpool, the station’s original name was changed to ‘Liverpool Baltic’ in 2022 after a public vote.

      Set to be located on Merseyrail’s Northern Line, the Liverpool Baltic station will serve one of the city’s most popular residential districts, recently touted by Time Out Magazine as the UK’s ‘coolest neighbourhood’.

      Plans for the station include step-free access from the street to the train, passenger waiting facilities, accessible toilets, secure cycle parking, and improved links to the area’s walking and cycling networks. These enhancements aim to encourage more people to choose public transport, supporting the region’s climate goals.

      Access Helpful Tips and Info on How to Build a Property Portfolio

      Fill in your details now to receive a FREE copy of our property portfolio guide for key insight to help you with your investment strategy.

      What Does This Mean for Local Property Investment?

      Investing in areas experiencing ongoing regeneration has been a go-to strategy for many investors looking to maximise their returns.

      Typically, areas such as these are more likely to see increased capital value and rental growth as the property market becomes more attractive and sought-after by buyers and renters alike. For this reason, areas marked for ambitious regeneration projects are considered some of the best buy-to-let areas. According to Zoopla, properties in Liverpool see some of the most robust rental yields in the country, with higher levels of affordability and strong rental demand.

      With the introduction of this new station, Liverpool is hoped to be boosted even further. Metro Mayor Steve Rotheram said: “This new station at Liverpool Baltic is just another step on the journey towards making our Merseyrail system bigger, better, and more accessible for everyone. It’s about more than just getting from A to B – it’s about connecting people with jobs, education, and each other while cutting down on car journeys to help us hit our net-zero targets

      “We’re investing nearly £100m into a station that’s going to change the face of one of the coolest, most vibrant areas in the country – and we’re not stopping there. We’ve got plans for three more stations in Daresbury, Woodchurch, and Carr Mill. Good public transport is a right that should be enjoyed by all, not just those living in London.”

      Avatar photo
      Author

      Reece Pape

      Reece Pape is a property writer at RWinvest. Utilising up-to-date property statistics and data, Reece aims to keep investors informed on the latest market developments.

      Want to Get in Touch?

      Fill in the form to contact us today and a member of our award-winning property team will be in touch to help.

        It will be my third investment apartment with RW Invest and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Sean Orrett and Chloe Walker really do go the extra mile. Chloe in particular helped me through a particularly hard time with solicitors and all the paperwork that was involved. Living in a different country and negotiating all the nuances that come with investing, she negotiated with ease and gusto. A big thanks to you both.

        Margaret Wiele

        Daniel Stewart, has assisted me every step of the way. This is my first property purchase and so took Daniel up on his offer to guide me through every step no matter how small. I felt comforted to have his assistance in documents I needed to both understand and sign. Couldn't be happier with the help and customer care I have received so far.

        Nathan Saxon

        We highly recommend RW Invest to anyone looking for an experienced, reliable and knowledgeable professional company.
        We are more than delighted with their services throughout the entire process. They provided us with extremely helpful advice and guidance every step of the way and ensured that we understood all aspects involved in securing a property through them.

        Stephanie Chidlow

        Chloe is very helpful. She has been a great help and solved all the difficulties I had with the purchase. I am happy she was there to help with the process. Very approachable and responsible.

        Muhammad Atif

        This was my second unit purchase with RWinvest, and I found the team to be very helpful in finding the best deal which suited my needs and budget. Arjun Surana, Adam Burns were really processional in answering all questions, Excellent follow up and ensures your property purchase are smooth from the start to end and supporting throughout the purchase/exchange of contract process.
        I highly recommend anyone to purchase their property with RWinvest.

        Dhote

        Arrow left
        Arrow right
        Disclaimer Image
        Liverpool Investment, UK