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£5m Regeneration Scheme to Transform Anfield Area Gets Underway

Liverpool’s Anfield district is set to undergo a major transformation as part of a £5 million investment scheme focused on revitalising the streets surrounding the iconic Anfield Stadium. Media Insider reports that the project is a key component of the broader Anfield Spatial Regeneration Framework (SRF), a £250 million initiative that continues to reshape this historic part of the city.

The scope of the proposal covers Walton Breck Road, Oakfield Road, Pulford Street, Back Rockfield Road and Gilman Street. The focus lies not only on visual improvements but also on creating an environment that is safer, greener and more inclusive for residents, businesses and fans alike.

Creating a Safer, Greener Anfield

The regeneration plan introduces a number of important changes including enhanced pedestrian access, tree planting, soft landscaping, modernised street lighting and a mini-roundabout at the busy junction of Walton Breck Road and Oakfield Road. Footpaths will be upgraded and public realm features will make the area more attractive and easier to navigate.

Councillor Dan Barrington, Liverpool City Council’s cabinet member for transport and connectivity, highlighted the broader goals: “This £5m investment in Walton Breck Road is about more than just infrastructure – it’s about creating a safer, greener, and more welcoming environment for everyone who lives, works, and visits Anfield.”

Designed with Community Voices in Mind

Community engagement is a key part of the scheme’s development. Locals are being invited to give feedback through an online survey and an in-person drop-in event at The Liverpool Lighthouse on Oakfield Road on Wednesday 13 August.

Councillor Nick Small, cabinet member for growth and economy, emphasised the project’s responsiveness: “From better lighting and safer crossings to new green spaces and improved accessibility, this project is a direct response to what people have told us they want to see.”

It is clear that Liverpool City Council has taken seriously the concerns and hopes of the Anfield community, placing their input at the centre of planning and execution.

More Than Bricks and Pavement

What makes this development particularly significant is how it fits into Anfield’s long-term evolution. Over the past decade, this part of North Liverpool has seen more than 600 new homes built and major upgrades to Anfield Stadium itself. This latest chapter ensures that the surrounding infrastructure keeps pace with these improvements and supports local enterprise, residents and the wider matchday experience.

Barrington again captured the spirit of the project when he said: “These improvements will help knit together the community, support local businesses, and ensure the area continues to thrive as part of our long-term regeneration plans.”

The sentiment is clear: this is not merely an urban facelift, it is a reimagining of Anfield as a living, breathing, modern neighbourhood rooted in its proud footballing and cultural heritage.

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From the heart of the Kop to the streets of Walton Breck Road, this regeneration plan couldn’t be more welcome. Anfield isn’t just where Liverpool play football, it’s where Liverpool lives. The surrounding streets tell stories of generations of Reds who’ve marched to the ground, through good times and bad, always with pride. Now, they’re being given the care they deserve.

It’s refreshing to see that the council is involving locals in shaping the changes. As fans, we’ve watched Anfield’s Main Stand rise and the stadium grow under Klopp and now Slot, but this latest move shows they’re not forgetting the community’s heartbeat.

Make no mistake, this isn’t just about convenience on matchday. It’s about honouring what Anfield represents. Cleaner footpaths, better lighting, more green space – these things matter. They help locals feel proud and keep our city looking forward.

With Arne Slot leading a title-winning Liverpool into a new era, it feels right that the neighbourhood is moving forward too. As we push for more silverware, let Anfield’s streets reflect the same ambition, spirit and unity that defines the club.