Final plans for Batley town centre’s £14.5 million regeneration have been confirmed, focusing on improved accessibility, safety, and public spaces. The project spans Western, Middle, and Eastern Commercial Street, Brunswick Street, Market Place, and the new Commercial Link.
The scheme is funded primarily by the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government, with additional support from Kirklees Council and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Construction is scheduled to start in Autumn 2026, following more than three years of public consultation and technical planning.
Key design measures include pedestrianising Eastern Commercial Street, enforcing a 20mph speed limit along Commercial Street, and traffic-calming features to enhance safety. Public spaces will be upgraded with planting, street furniture, improved walking, cycling, and wheeling routes, and facilities for markets and events.
Western Commercial Street will feature expanded public areas with measures to prevent pavement parking. Middle Commercial Street will prioritise pedestrians and cyclists while maintaining limited vehicle access and new on-street parking. Brunswick Street will incorporate soft landscaping and sustainable urban drainage systems.
The Commercial Link will provide a landscaped route from Tesco car park to Commercial Street, integrating ramps, steps, and public art. The regeneration forms part of the broader Batley Blueprint, aiming to improve movement, encourage sustainable travel, create family-friendly spaces, and foster social interaction within the town centre.
