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Stockport Exchange, Stockport

Stockport Exchange is an award-winning new business district located next to Stockport's Railway Station with frequent services to Manchester (in just 10 mins) and London (in less than 2 hours). As South Manchester's fastest growing new business district it offers an unparalleled opportunity for businesses to thrive. Phases 1-4 are complete, with phases 5-8 upcoming and scheduled to deliver: - more than 200,000 sq ft of additional office space - new residential opportunities with unrivalled connectivity

Lead Sponsor

Delivered in partnership with Muse and Stockport MDC

Asset Class

Offices, Residential
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Sector Focus

Financial, professional, business services

Investment Ask

Joint Venture partnership established between Stockport Council and Muse and seeking additional equity to support bespoke and speculative development of phases 5-8.

Planning Status

Outline planning consent has been secured for the final phases.

Key Metrics

Over the next four phases, plans to expand Stockport’s leading business district will include:
– 380,000 sq. ft of commercial floorspace
– Up to 100 apartments

Strategic Rationale

Stockport is a core and well placed part of the Greater Manchester conurbation, with links to the rest of GM, east of the Pennines, Birmingham, and London. The town has recently undergone a huge renaissance, with projects like Stockport Exchange at the heart. Despite this growth Stockport town centre remains an affordable option in comparison to Manchester City Centre and North Cheshire, contributing to strong demand and growth potential.

The creation of Stockport Exchange has already supported the wider regeneration of the town including:

  • increase of rents
  • occupiers including national businesses Music Magpie, BASF, Stagecoach, Holiday Inn Express and Hurst Accountants
  • job creation for local residents
  • boosting Stockport’s attractiveness as a place to live, work and visit

Market Overview

The creation of Stockport Exchange has supported a doubling of rents in less than ten years, with national occupiers taking space in the development. This has been vital to the towns growth potential and positions Stockport Town Centre as a first-class business destination with great national connectivity.

Development Timeline

Phases 1-4 complete and occupied. Phases 5-8 progressing.

For More Information

Contact the team at Stockport MDC on towncentrewest@stockport.gov.uk