Forshaw Group Submits Plans for 814-Home Salford Waterfront Scheme
- constructnetuk
- Apr 10
- 2 min read
Forshaw Group has submitted updated plans for a major residential development on the Salford waterfront, proposing an 814-home scheme along the River Irwell.
The proposed Riverside Place development is set to transform a prominent site on Ordsall Lane and Regent Road, currently occupied by a mix of commercial uses.
🏗️ Development overview
The scheme will deliver a high-density residential quarter comprising three towers ranging from 21 to 35 storeys.
In total, the development is expected to provide over 749,000 sq ft of space, creating a significant addition to Salford’s growing residential market.
The project is being brought forward with backing from Crescent Investments.
🏢 Design and public realm
Designed by DLA Architecture, the proposals include a strong focus on community and placemaking.
Key features include:
A two-storey community pavilion
More than 1.5 acres of new public realm
Enhanced pedestrian and cycle connections
The plans also aim to improve access to the River Irwell, with new landscaped routes, seating areas, and improved connectivity towards Salford Quays and Manchester city centre.
🚧 Site and programme
The 2.2-acre site has already secured demolition consent, clearing the way for redevelopment subject to planning approval.
If approved, the project is expected to move into procurement, with a contractor likely to be appointed ahead of a potential start on site within the next 12–18 months.
đź“Š Economic impact
The development is forecast to deliver significant economic benefits, including:
Over 1,000 construction jobs
Approximately ÂŁ67 million in economic value during the build phase
đź“Ť Sector insight
Large-scale waterfront schemes continue to drive residential growth across Greater Manchester, with developers targeting underutilised urban sites to deliver high-density housing alongside public realm improvements.
The Salford waterfront remains a key focus area for regeneration, with projects like this contributing to long-term urban transformation.
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