Work begins on new Wilmslow police station

Contractors have begun work on Wilmslow’s new police station, which is set to become operational in autumn this year.

The new station will be built on the same plot of land on Hawthorn Street as the existing station. McCarthy Stone have submitted plans to develop the plot of land the existing station sits on into a retirement living facility once officers and staff have moved into their new base.

Wilmslow’s current police station is too large for current and predicted future operational use and a more modern and fit-for-purpose building will enable the police to deliver a more effective service for the public.

In addition to the sale of the site of the old station, lower energy costs for the new carbon neutral station mean funding will be released for re-investment into other areas of local policing.

Police and Crime Commissioner, John Dwyer said:

“I’m delighted to see work begin on Wilmslow’s new police station. The public expect the police to use funding wisely, with the end goal always being to improve the service that residents receive. This is reflected in the Police and Crime Plan, which contains an explicit priority to modernise our police service for the public’s benefit.

“Looking at the police estate, where outdated buildings and facilities need to be updated and replaced to ensure value for money, is common sense and means the police can serve the public more effectively.

“That’s exactly what is happening in Wilmslow. This new, fit-for-purpose station is one step closer to reality and I look forward to seeing the benefits it will bring to the local area.”

Cheshire Constabulary’s Chief Constable, Mark Roberts said:

“This development is a positive step for our officers and the local community, providing a policing hub that allows us to provide an even better service to the residents of Wilmslow. It also underlines our commitment to maintaining an operational deployment station in the town.

“This will have a positive impact on our local officers who will have a new, modern station to work from. I very much looking forward to visiting in the autumn when it is up and running.”

Pictured - Police and Crime Commissioner John Dwyer with an artist’s impression of the new police station.