Community Backs Hull's East Bank Urban Village Plans
A public consultation on plans to transform the east bank of the River Hull into a vibrant urban village has revealed overwhelming community support for the project.
Over 85% of respondents backed the proposals, which would see disused industrial land between the River Hull and Holderness Road transformed into a mixed-use neighbourhood with homes, shops, green spaces, and community facilities.
The Vision
The East Bank Urban Village concept includes:
- Up to 800 new homes in a mix of houses and apartments
- A riverside walkway connecting the area to the city centre
- Community hub with health services, a library, and meeting spaces
- New primary school to serve the growing population
- Retail and hospitality spaces at ground-floor level
What Residents Said
Local resident Maria Thompson, who attended one of three consultation events, said: "This area has been neglected for decades. It's exciting to think it could become somewhere people actually want to live and spend time."
Business owner David Chen added: "The riverside location is incredible. With the right investment, this could be Hull's answer to areas like the Baltic Triangle in Liverpool."
Next Steps
Hull City Council will now prepare a detailed planning framework for the site. The first phase of development could begin as early as 2027, with the full project expected to take 10-15 years to complete.
The project is supported by £12 million in government levelling-up funding, with additional private investment expected to exceed £200 million over the lifetime of the development.