Welcome
Thank you for visiting our website to learn more about our emerging proposals for Prescot Road, Town Green.
Charles Church are in the early stages of bringing forward proposals for Prescot Road, Town Green. We are excited to share our emerging masterplan, hear from residents and gather local perspectives to help shape a community that works for all.
Our vision is to deliver a well-connected, thriving neighbourhood of 350 homes, aiming to make housing more accessible through enhancing local choice and meeting growing local need.
This consultation has now closed. All feedback received will be reviewed and summarised in a Statement of Community Involvement, which forms part of the future planning application.
Have Your Say
Our public consultation closed on 27th January. All feedback received will be reviewed and summarised in a Statement of Community Involvement, which forms part of the future planning application.
Site Location
The site is located off Prescot Road, adjacent to the Town Green community, with primary vehicular access from the southeast. Pedestrian routes will connect to Town Green, providing convenient access to the wider local area.
The new neighbourhood is situated in a highly sustainable location and has been designed to be walkable and well-connected to the existing community. With nearby bus stops and the local train station within easy reach, residents will have access to sustainable travel options that reduce the need for car use.
West Lancashire Borough Council is currently preparing a new Local Plan, expected to be completed by the end of 2028. In the meantime, the Borough continues to face a substantial shortfall in both market and affordable housing, with more than 1,800 households on the waiting list according to the latest council data. Sites such as, Prescot Road, Town Green, offer an important opportunity to help relieve local housing pressures and improve access to homes for people within the community.
Our Proposals
Our proposals aim to deliver 350 new homes within a vibrant, well-designed community. The scheme will offer a balanced mix of housing, including a proportion of affordable homes, helping to alleviate local housing pressure and ensure that people at every stage of life can find a home that meets their needs.
We are committed to creating a sustainable development that integrates seamlessly with the existing community and supports future growth in the area. Our plans include a walkable and well-connected layout that links naturally with surrounding neighbourhood helping to promote sustainability and local connectivity.
Central to our vision is a landscape-led approach that responds sensitively to the local environment. We will retain existing green infrastructure and natural boundaries wherever possible, while introducing new woodland planting, and new areas of habitat. These measures will help deliver a meaningful biodiversity net gain and support local wildlife.
Together we want to create a well-connected and thriving neighbourhood that reflects local character and delivers benefits for both existing and future residents.
Masterplan
A new footpath connecting the development to the existing community
Delivering 350 new homes, with a mix of types and tenures to accommodate various local community needs.
Additional tree planting and landscaping to protect existing views where possible.
Green spaces for the whole community to play and enjoy
New areas of habitat to deliver biodiversity net gain
Your Views on the Map
- Tell us about any important points about your area.
- Show where better walking or cycling connections could be made.
- Pinpoint roads, junctions or crossings that feel unsafe or congested.
- Suggest ideas for community facilities or places to meet.
Now the consultation has closed, you can still view what local people had to say by clicking on the pins on the map.
Key Considerations
Helping to Meet Local Housing Needs
Across Lancashire, people of all ages are finding it increasingly difficult to access suitable housing within the communities they know and value. Our aim is to help address this challenge by delivering up to 350 high-quality new homes in a range of sizes and tenures. This development will support the area’s long-term growth, broaden housing choice, and enable more local people to secure the homes they need.
Local Transport
We understand how important tackling local highways and traffic are to the community. As part of our application, a full Transport Assessment will be prepared, which includes traffic surveys and modelling of local junctions to identify where improvements are required.
Alongside this, the site’s strategic location, with good public transport links and a proposed new pedestrian access to the existing Town Green Community, will help to alleviate pressure on local roads. These measures will support the long-term sustainability of the development to accommodate future growth.
Nature and Landscaping
Central to our vision is a landscape-led approach with our project taking active measures to mitigate impacts on existing views with tree planting, enhancing site boundaries and retaining green infrastructure wherever possible.
Drainage and Flood Risk
There will be no increased risk of flooding associated with the development. A full flood risk assessment is being undertaken as part of this application, and a sustainable drainage strategy is being developed to ensure the necessary management of water on site. This will be published and available when the outline planning application is submitted.
Virtual Exhibition
Benefits at a Glance
Walkable Community
Strategically located within walking distance to the surrounding community.
Landscape-Led Design
Carefully designed with enhanced woodland planting and strengthened hedgerows to ensure the development blends seamlessly with its surroundings.
Boosting Biodiversity
Introducing new habitats to support local wildlife and delivering a measurable net gain for nature within the area.
A Sustainable Development
With strong transport links, including nearby Town Green train station and local bus routes, the development supports sustainable travel and future growth.
Boosting the local economy
Creating jobs both during construction and after completion, benefiting Town Green’s local economy and businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many homes are proposed?
A: Our proposals include plans for up to 350 homes. The precise design, number and position of homes will be agreed following consultation engagement with both the community and stakeholders.
Q: Will the development include affordable homes?
A: Yes, the development will bring forward a substantial proportion of Affordable Housing in line with West Lancashire Borough Council requirements. A carefully considered mix of housing will be available, and we will be working closely with the Council to understand local needs.
Q: What will the impact be on local roads?
A: A full Transport Assessment is being conducted to assess the existing local road network, including modelling of nearby junctions and highways to identify areas in need of improvement. Alongside this, with a new proposed pedestrian access route to the existing Town Green community and public transport options nearby, these will help to alleviate pressure on local roads.
Q: What measures are being taken to protect views and landscapes?
A: Our approach is underpinned by a landscape-led design, retaining as much existing green infrastructure and natural boundary as possible. This is complemented by new woodland planting and strengthened site boundaries to protect local views and ensure the development blends sensitively with its surroundings.
Q: Will there be a Section 106 agreement as part of the planning process?
A: Yes. A Section 106 agreement is a legal agreement between the developer and the local authority, setting out financial contributions and commitments necessary to make the development acceptable. Specific contributions will be confirmed as the plans progress.
Q: Where will the access for the site be?
A: Vehicular access will be via Prescot Road, while pedestrian routes will connect the site to the wider Town Green Community, ensuring good connectivity with the surrounding area.
Q: How will drainage and flood risk be managed?
A: A full flood risk assessment is being undertaken as a part of this application and will demonstrate a drainage strategy which mitigates any potential impacts on flood risk.
Q: Why is Charles Church not waiting for the Local Plan?
A: The new Local Plan is expected to be completed by the end of 2028. In the meantime, the borough continues to face a substantial shortfall in both market and affordable housing. Sites like these represent a significant opportunity to help alleviate these local housing pressures and support accessibility to housing within the community.
Q: Why are you building on Green Belt land?
A: While brownfield sites are a priority, there is a significant housing shortage in the local area, which is precluding the local people from accessing a home in the communities they love and have grown up in. this site is strategically located, well-served by transport links and offers an opportunity to deliver more housing to an area in need.
Q: How will you support infrastructure in the local area?
A: A Section 106 agreement is a legal agreement between the developer and the local authority, setting out financial contributions and commitments necessary to make the development acceptable. Specific contributions will be confirmed as the plans progress.
Q: Will there be parking for residents?
A: Yes, residential parking will be provided in line with West Lancashire Borough Council’s standards alongside new walking routes throughout the development.
Q: What are the next steps?
The community consultation closed on 27th January. All feedback will be reviewed and summarised and Charles Church will submit its application in 2026.
Have Your Say
We want to hear your feedback on our plans for Prescot Road, Town Green. Please complete the form below and share your feedback by Tuesday 27th January so it can be included as part of this consultation.
(All questions are optional – you can also choose “Prefer not to say” if you wish.)
Get in Touch
You can contact the project team and share your feedback by:
- Emailing us with your comments, questions or feedback at: prescotroad@havingyoursay.co.uk
- Calling the team on 033 335 80502 (lines open Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm)
- Writing to us free of charge at FREEPOST SHAPE TOMORROW
All feedback received will be summarised and responded to in a Statement of Community Involvement which will be submitted to West Lancashire Borough Council alongside the outline planning application in the new year.
If you know someone who doesn’t use the internet but would like to see our plans, please get in touch using the contact details above. We’ll be happy to send them a copy of the plans and a feedback form, along with a freepost envelope to make it easy to reply.
About Us
Charles Church has been creating exceptional homes for over 60 years. From our beginnings as a family-run business in the South East, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading premium housebuilders, known for quality, style, and attention to detail.
We design homes to suit a range of lifestyles, from modern starter apartments to spacious family houses, blending traditional charm with contemporary comfort. Sustainability and energy efficiency are at the heart of our approach, and every home comes with high-quality finishes, modern conveniences, and comprehensive warranties to give our customers peace of mind.
As part of the Persimmon Homes group, Charles Church continues to deliver homes and communities where people want to live, grow, and thrive.