Plans submitted to transform former dealership into 124 new homes in Eccles

Plans have been submitted to transform the former site of a Vauxhall Dealership into 124 new homes in Eccles. 

The redevelopment would see a six-storey scheme featuring a mix of one and two-bedroom apartments and townhouses located off Albert Street and Peel Street.

CERT Property has lodged proposals for the 0.66-acre plot that would deliver 63 one-bed apartments, 48 with two bedrooms, 11 two-bed townhouses and a pair of three-bed duplexes.

For the development of the location, Architectural Emporium is leading on design of CERT’s scheme and Euan Kellie Property Solutions is advising on planning.

The developed area will see a comprising a residential entrance and lounge area, it will also include cycle storage and a workshop on the ground floor.

The form of the building enables the creation of a shared landscaped community garden within the internal courtyard, providing a welcoming area for residents.

The development will also aim to road and pavement improvements – with two raised Zebra crossings and dropped kerbs on Albert Street and Peel Street and widened pavements around the site.

The location will also be suitable for residents will close links to public transport with the nearby tram station, and the Eccles train station – as well as the M602.

The planned development all sits on the western edge of Eccles town centre, meaning it will also provide locals with amenities including supermarkets, medical facilities and retail units are also located within easy walking distance.

The plans for the 124 home new homes in Eccles, also follow Muse, the nationwide place maker, being chosen as Salford City Council’s strategic regeneration partner to help deliver the vision for a new centre.

With work still underway to demolish Eccles Shopping Centre, which the council bought in 2022, the disused multi-storey car park and Eccles Market Hall, ahead of redevelopment.

The plans are scheduled to be reviewed by Salford council has been set for October 21 2025 – with more information being found via the planning application.