Prestwich Regeneration Consultation – feedback from social media

Executive Summary
The community’s message is clear: the revised Longfield Centre proposals do not reflect what residents were promised, what they need, or what they were led to expect.

Residents consistently describe:

• A loss of trust in the process
• A sense of manipulation and “managed decline”
• A belief that the scheme prioritises developer profit over community benefit
• A fear that Prestwich is being reshaped into a high-density rental zone with little long-term community stability
• Deep concern about accessibility failures, especially the library being placed on the first floor
• Anger at the loss of the health centre, community spaces, and affordable housing
• Anxiety about parking chaos, congestion, and the impact on local businesses
• A belief that the scheme erodes Prestwich’s identity, heritage, and village character
• While a minority welcome new shops and modernisation, the overwhelming weight of evidence reflects disappointment, frustration, and a sense of being ignored

The purpose of this document is to:

• Provide Bury Council and Muse with a clear, structured record of resident feedback
• Ensure all voices are represented
• Support transparency and accountability in the consultation process
• Assist in identifying recurring themes, concerns and priorities

Please read the full document here: Prestwich Regeneration Consultation – feedback from social media