Six-storey block of 40 flats planned at prime town centre site

Monday, 3 November 2025 14:57

By Chris Gee

Plans for a block of 40 flats at a town centre site have been submitted.

The six-storey block is planned for the site of the former Wellington pub on Stand Lane in Radcliffe, close to the junction with Pilkington Way.

The block, named on the plans as New Mellor House, would contain a mix of one and two-bedroom apartments and the plans also include creation of a new parking court and provision of landscaping.

Documents in support of the application, by Candy Investments Ltd said the proposals were ‘a fully affordable high-quality scheme’. A design and access statement said the site would be accessed via Mellor Street, off Stand Lane to allow vehicles to access the site from the rear, while pedestrians would access the development via a separate entrance on Stand Lane.

The report, said: “The site comprises of a main plateau area which sits directly at the junction of Pilkington Way, Stand Lane and New Road, offering
a key waymarking point on the route into Radcliffe.

“It’s prominent position at a notable low point along both Stand Lane and New Road allows for a taller development, being clearly visible at the location, but not obtrusive to the surrounding properties which sit at a higher elevation.

“The scheme is proposed to be a six storey building, with flat roofs and a step back at the fifth floor to reduce any impact upon the adjacent buildings.”

The plans said that in terms of amenity space ‘the site is not able to offer green outdoor space’. The report states that the site is a five minute walk from Coronation Park, and close to Outwood Country park.

The statement, adds: “This proposal will offer affordable housing in a key sustainable and accessible location, offering good quality housing to local residents who may otherwise struggle to find homes close to their places of work and established communities.”

It is proposed that the ground floor level is primarily used for parking, rather than residential accommodation. No information on the number of parking spaces is contained in the report.

The applicant noted that Bury council policy states that apartments should have one parking space per dwelling. The report, said: “This is not feasible within the site area, as the proposed development is predominantly one-bedroom apartments, with affordable rent, it is anticipated that the residents may be more likely to use public transport than cars.”

Planners at Bury council will consider the proposals in the coming weeks.