Work commences to convert former police station into contemporary apartments

A former police station in Rochdale is being converted into six contemporary two-bedroom apartments.

The old county police station is in Milnrow and main contractor Priestley Construction is carrying out the £300,000 conversion.

The project will include temporary propping, demolition and structural alterations.

Following this, new stairways and walls will be fitted throughout, creating six high-specification homes.

Planning for the village police station, located on Newhey Road, was secured as part of a joint venture between the developers, Priestley Homes, and Immedilet in 2018.

Work is expected to complete in the fourth quarter of 2019.

The development will then be sold to owner-occupiers and investors.

Rob Pell, head of construction at Priestley Construction, said: “The transformation of this traditional community building into a stunning, modern space will ensure it remains a home for generations to come.

“It is important that the local area benefits, not just from new-build homes, but from the renovation of heritage buildings with character, which will help to embrace the community’s long-standing history.”