50,000-seat stadium has been proposed for Kirkby site

Hundreds of new homes are being built on land previously earmarked for a new Everton stadium and a Tesco supermarket in Kirkby. Named Tudor Place, the new community on Cherryfield Drive will provide a mix of one to four bedroom homes, including apartments, bungalows and 80 affordable homes, alongside investment in local infrastructure, education and healthcare.

A total of 800 homes are to be built on the land, with more than £7m to be invested to fund additional secondary school places, expanded GP capacity, improvements to public open spaces and sports facilities. Knowsley Council’s planning committee signed off on the proposals last February with work now well underway.

The development, which is being delivered by Barratt and David Wilson Homes, will give the community new green spaces with tree planting, and safe, accessible walking and cycling links to Valley Park and Kirkby town centre. During the construction phase, almost 200 jobs are being created.

The brownfield land to the south of Cherryfield Drive has been earmarked for development for many years. The site was identified in Knowsley Council’s housing land disposal programme to meet housing demand.

Two decades ago, there had been plans for Everton to relocate to the site from Goodison Park with the backing of Tesco. A new 50,000 seater stadium was proposed alongside a major new supermarket.

The first new homes are expected on site later this year. Alan Watt, sales director at Barratt Homes Manchester, said: “Tudor Place will deliver much more than new homes.

“It will create a thriving new neighbourhood that supports the long-term growth and prosperity of Kirkby. We’re proud to be bringing this development forward and look forward to unveiling our first collection of homes later this year.”

A total of £7.7m in Section 106 developer contributions is also helping to fund additional secondary school places, additional GP capacity and improvements to public open space and sports facilities. Jennifer Burns, Sales Director at David Wilson Homes North-West, added: “Tudor Place represents an exciting new chapter for Kirkby, delivering high-quality homes alongside lasting benefits for the wider community.

“We encourage prospective buyers to register their interest now to be among the first to receive updates and secure their opportunity to be part of this exciting new community.” The scheme includes a mix of two, three and four bedroom homes, as well as 10 bungalows and apartments.

Homes will also be fitted with electric vehicle charging points.

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