Thousands of jobs to be created as new homes, offices, restaurants and parks plan for Worcester revealed

Plans to build 3,000 new homes and create parks, public spaces and cycle routes in Worcester have been set out.

New transport routes and business premises and a £385m annual boost to Worcester’s economy are at the heart of a new vision for the city by the year 2040, Worcester City Council has said.

Consultation has opened on the new City Centre Masterplan, which includes proposals for the creation of 8,610 jobs, 3,137 homes, 14km of cycling routes and nine parks, squares and public spaces.

The scheme has received cross political party support, the council said.

“Our aim is to create a successful and growing cathedral and university city, with more homes, businesses and jobs; a city with prestige tourist, education and retail attractions; and a place that maintains its ‘city in the country’ feel, its valued heritage assets and environmental quality.”
The Masterplan sets out to deliver: 
The development of mixed-use regeneration sites, creating new homes and businesses
Improvements to the riverside and canal for recreation use
An improved city centre retail and cultural offer
The promotion of Shrub Hill as a new business district
New and improved pedestrian and cycle routes throughout the city centre and riverside
Support for the growth of the University of Worcester and HOW College

Four district quarters will be created: Riverside, Canalside, City Heart and Shrub Hill, all with better cycle and pedestrian access and mixed-use developments.

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