East Riding of Yorkshire Council has commissioned a study to enhance transport connectivity between Goole, the Lower Aire Valley, and Leeds. The study, carried out by Stantec, will assess strategic improvements to rail and public transport links connecting Goole, Knottingley, and onward routes to Leeds, Hull, and Wakefield.
The study covers Goole, Rawcliffe, Snaith, Hensall, Eggborough, Knottingley, Pontefract, Featherstone, Castleford, and Normanton. It is being prompted by employment growth at Humber Freeport sites and major industrial projects, including Siemens Mobility and Metsä Tissue, alongside large-scale housing developments in Goole and Howden, where more than 2,600 new homes are planned.
The analysis will also consider rising regional and leisure travel demand, including journeys to Leeds, Wakefield, Xscape, and Junction 32 Shopping Outlet. Businesses are expected to benefit from improved workforce access, while residents will gain better connectivity for work and leisure.
As part of the project, the council is inviting residents to complete a survey detailing current travel patterns, challenges in using public transport, and future travel preferences. Findings will inform a ‘case for change’ to guide transport investment and planning decisions.
