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Northern Group plans to improve access to the lake. Credit: Google Earth

Northern Group plans 200 homes close to Reddish’s ‘Secret Lake’

8 July 2025 07:04 Dan Whelan Comments ()

A mix of houses and apartments off Station Road close to the local beauty spot are in the works.

Northern Group is aiming to lodge a planning application for the 200-home project, located between Levenshulme and Reddish North train stations, with Stockport Council this summer.

A consultation on the project has been held and early stage plans are now with the local authority for consideration.

The scheme features 109 two- and three-bed houses and 91 one- and two-bedroom apartments on two plots south of Station Road. At least half of the homes would be available on affordable tenures, according to Northern Group.

The western plot is dominated by the so-called Secret Lake, a local beauty spot that can be accessed via the Fallowfield Loop of the footpath off Sandfold Lane.

A spokesperson for Northern Group said: “Our plans for Station Road will provide a minimum of 50% affordable homes for residents, meeting a local need for discounted homes.
“We have listened to local residents’ concerns around traffic congestion and are working closely with our professional team to put in measures to mitigate any impacts.
“We also recognise that the secret lake is valued locally and we are committed to opening up this private land to the public through our redevelopment of the site. We want to make it safer and more accessible for future users.”

Horizon Fletcher Rae and Eden Planning are advising on the plans.

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