Hattersley enters new era with £20m pride in place programme

Hattersley is entering an exciting new chapter of long‑term investment thanks to £20 million Pride in Place funding.

The ten-year Pride of Place programme will build on 20 years of successful regeneration in the locality. The area - which before 2006 was facing a falling population, outdated housing, and limited investment - has been transformed through a strong partnership between Onward Homes, Tameside Council and Homes England.

This long‑term effort has delivered new homes, improved public spaces, better transport links, and expanded community facilities.

The new Pride in Place Programme will introduce a community‑led board, with most members required to live or work in Hattersley. This board will shape a long‑term Regeneration Plan and Investment Strategy, ensuring local people have a strong role in deciding how the £20 million is used.

Key improvements, investments, and achievements in Hattersley to date include:

• Demolition of hundreds of outdated properties and refurbishment of 1,475 homes to improve living standards.
• Delivery of over 350 new homes, including the Birch Lea Extra Care scheme led by Onward Homes.
• Construction of 692 additional homes through a development agreement with Barratt Homes.
• A realigned Hattersley Road West and an upgraded station car park, supporting increased rail use.
• A refurbished Hattersley Station ticket office, completed in 2023.
• Four new playgrounds and significant improvements to natural spaces, with further work at Waterside Clough planned.
• The development of Hattersley Central, providing 161 affordable and extra‑care homes funded nationally and regionally.
• Ongoing employment and training support through the Hattersley Work & Skills Coach.
• Continued investment in youth and community facilities, including upgraded play parks and a refreshed Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
• Progress on the Hattersley District Centre, with a new ALDI, Costa Drive‑Thru and trade units scheduled for completion in June.
• A new toucan crossing on Stockport Road to improve safety and connections to Birch Lea Park.

As the original regeneration programme comes to an end, the Hattersley Land Board will be formally wound up. Remaining funds will support public‑realm improvements and final commitments under existing agreements.

Councillor Andrew McLaren, Deputy Leader (Growth, Housing and Homelessness), said: “Hattersley’s progress over the last 20 years shows what long‑term commitment can achieve. The Pride in Place Programme builds on that strong foundation and, importantly, puts local people in the driving seat. This is about strengthening community pride, improving everyday places, and giving residents a powerful voice in the next decade of regeneration.”

For further information, visit: www.tameside.gov.uk/hattersley