Find out about our planning application for land south of Stoney Lane, Whiston
We are providing information about our planning application for a new development of 204 homes on land south of Stoney Lane, Whiston.
Taylor Wimpey has acquired the former Glen Dimplex Home Appliances factory and hope to commence demolition works early in 2026, enabling the site to come forward for residential development.
Our aim is to create a high-quality, well-planned development that provides a range of much-needed new homes in a sustainable location, with good access to strong transport links, schools, amenities and existing green space in Whiston and nearby Prescot and Rainhill.
Of the 204 homes, 10% (20 homes) will be provided as affordable housing, if required, in accordance with the requirements of sites within the existing urban area in Knowsley.
The design of the development will complement the local character of Whiston and the industrial heritage of the site. We expect the development to become an attractive addition to the surrounding area.
Knowsley Council has been consulted on the proposed development through pre-application discussions.
The land at Stoney Lane, Whiston was previously marketed for reuse as an employment site, although no serious interest from industrial operators was received. The site can therefore be considered for alternative use under Policy CS4 of the adopted Knowsley Local Plan.
We have submitted our detailed planning application (reference 25/00672/FUL) We are writing to the local community now to notify you of our application in tandem with the consultation being undertaken by Knowsley Council.
You can leave your feedback using the form on this website or email us at stoneylane@taylorwimpey.com.
Development Map
Masterplan
The site comprises 14 acres of brownfield land and is situated to the south of Stoney Lane in Whiston, Knowsley.
It is well contained, bordered by Stoney Lane to the north beyond which is Whiston Hospital, Elis Laundry Plant lies to the east, St Edmund Arrowsmith Academy to the south and existing residential properties to the west.
We believe that land south of Stoney Lane, Whiston is a sustainably-located brownfield site and its redevelopment as a residential site would bring a range of benefits to the surrounding area.
Our proposed development will deliver high-quality new housing for residents of Whiston, in a way that responds to the constraints of the site and the surrounding area. The proposals have been carefully considered and are informed by detailed technical assessments and background evidence.
In total, 204 new homes are proposed, meeting a range of local housing needs, including 10% affordable housing, if required, which will be dispersed across the site in a variety of house types.
The 184 dwellings offered for private sale will include a variety of housetypes, from two-bedroom mews homes to larger four-bedroom detached properties. All homes will be constructed in line with the latest building regulations.
Character and design
Our aim is to create an attractive, high quality and sustainable development, with a strong sense of identity.
The materials to be used in construction will be informed by the character of the local area and the proposed elevations draw upon the industrial heritage of the site.
We will adhere to Knowsley’s design requirements and will respond positively to the context of Whiston and the provisions of Knowsley’s Local Plan Core Strategy.
Overall, the development will become a high-quality, attractive addition to the well-established community in Whiston.
Our proposals features
Connectivity
Two new vehicular access points will be created from Stoney Lane to the north of the site in the form of simple priority junctions. Knowsley Council officers have been engaged during pre-application discussions and provided positive feedback on the initial proposals.
Pedestrian, cycle and emergency access connections will also be provided from both Stoney Lane and Cumber Lane. This will allow pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles to access the site in a safe and sustainable manner.
Existing public infrastructure is strong, with convenient pedestrian and cycle links from the site to the centre of Whiston and beyond. There are several key local services and facilities close by, including a primary school, healthcare facilities, convenience stores (including a Tesco Superstore) and more.
Whiston, Rainhill and Prescot railway stations provide frequent connections to Manchester, Liverpool, Wigan and beyond.
Ecology
The existing industrial site will be transformed to include a green corridor fronting onto Stoney Lane, alongside new informal areas of public open space throughout the development.
A rainwater attenuation feature will also be created in the centre of the site, contributing to biodiversity and sustainable drainage. This will ensure all residents have easy access to open amenity space
Wider socio-economic benefits
During the construction phase, the proposed development is anticipated to deliver the following benefits:
• Over the estimated 4.5 year build period, the investment associated with the Proposed Development could create 45 on-site construction jobs (full time equivalent, FTE).
• An additional £12.2 million in economic output could be generated over the construction period. This is known as Gross Value Added (GVA), which refers to the total value of all goods and services produced and is used to support wages, profits and taxes.
• Formal agreements will be put in place between Taylor Wimpey and the Council to deliver employment and skills initiatives, equivalent to ‘452 weeks’
Following the completion of the development, further socio-economic benefits are anticipated, including:
• The delivery of 204 new homes could grow the local population by up to 500 residents, who are estimated to have a collective annual income of c. £6.8 million, helping to support the local economy through increased spending.
• Future residents could generate up to £4 million per annum in retail and leisure expenditure, estimated to support an additional 25 local jobs in these sectors. • The generation of c. £500,000 per annum in additional Council Tax payments, providing an important source of revenue funding for KMBC to support public services as well as investing in local infrastructure.
• Approximately 10% of homes within the Proposed Development will be classed as affordable housing
• To support existing infrastructure in the local area, Taylor Wimpey have agreed to make financial contributions towards Health, Education and Public Open Space
Our approach features
Have your say
A separate consultation is being undertaken by Knowsley Council. Once the application has been validated, a reference number for application will be provided - this will allow comments to be made to the Council. The dedicated Taylor Wimpey website will be updated to include the reference number. These comments will be shared with Taylor Wimpey following the consultation period.
It may be helpful to use the below questions as a starting point: • What do you think about the development proposals?
• What are your thoughts on the proposals providing a mixture of 2-4 bedroom homes?
• What matters would you like us to consider?
• What do you like or dislike about the proposals?
Alternatively, questions or comments can be sent to us via one of the following methods:
By Post:
Land and Planning at Taylor Wimpey North West
Washington House
Birchwood Park Avenue
Warrington
Cheshire
WA3 6GR
By Email:
stoneylane@taylorwimpey.com.
Please kindly provide any comments on our proposals prior to Friday 13th February
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