Liverpool dockland to be 'brought back to life' with major regeneration
More than 17,000 new homes will be built near to Everton's new stadium
Last updated 4th Dec 2025
Liverpool's dockland is to be "brought back to life" with thousands of homes and commercial space near the new Everton football stadium, the region's mayor has announced.
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram outlined plans on Thursday to fast-track regeneration schemes in the city's North Docks area by establishing a Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC).
The metro mayor said he will work with Liverpool City Council to deliver 17,500 homes and five million square feet of commercial space over the next 15 years in the new development zone, which is made up of 174 hectares of mainly brownfield land along the River Mersey, near to the new Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Mr Rotheram said: "Liverpool's iconic waterfront is one of the greatest assets in the country - but for generations, huge parts of the North Docks have stood as a reminder of the jobs and opportunities we lost after decades of post-industrial decline.
"Local people have waited far too long to see this area brought back to life but, working in partnership with Government, we've now got a once-in-a-generation chance to put that right.
"We only need to look at the transformation of the Albert Dock to see what can happen when we back a bold, long-term vision.
"With Everton's new stadium rising on the Mersey and partners pulling in the same direction, the North Docks can follow that same journey - from derelict land to a place that local people are proud of and visitors want to be part of."
The announcement of the MDC, a statutory body with powers to deliver infrastructure, comes a month after a £700 million devolved housing settlement was announced for the region.
Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Steve Reed said: "This Government is pushing power and money out of Whitehall and across the country.
"I want to see mayors have more powers to create jobs, better connect communities and to get homes built.
"This is the kind of regional renewal that local people will really feel."
Leader of Liverpool City Council Liam Robinson said the regeneration would create "real opportunities" for residents and businesses.
He said: "By unlocking this area, we can generate thousands of jobs, support local businesses to grow and strengthen Liverpool's position as a thriving economic hub.
"The Mayoral Development Corporation gives us the powers and focus to turn ambition into action - ensuring regeneration happens faster, benefits local communities and drives sustainable growth for the whole city region."