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Mailbox

Former Royal Mail sorting office creatively redeveloped into new apartments

Mailbox

Overview

Mailbox by Rise Homes transformed a long‑vacant Royal Mail sorting office into one of the first contemporary residential developments as part of Stockport town centre’s regeneration. Delivering 117 homes for private rent alongside flexible workspace, with a unique living wall feature and rooftop garden, the scheme set a new benchmark for design‑led regeneration. Introducing a high-quality rental offer in the town centre, with easy access to amenities and transport links, its success marked a clear shift in perceptions of Stockport as a place to live, demonstrating strong demand for town centre living.

  • 117 homes for private rent
  • 12,500 sq ft of flexible commercial space
  • Former Royal Mail sorting office repurposed

Reimagining a historic structure

Originally built as a highly resilient industrial structure, the former sorting office has been carefully reimagined to create a distinctive place to live in the town centre. Innovative design solutions have transformed the building, introducing corner aspect bedrooms and maximising natural light throughout. At its centre, a striking communal atrium creates a sense of openness, complemented by a rooftop garden offering expansive views. An 18m living wall spanning all four elevations – the largest in the North of England – introduces over 100,000 plants, creating a landmark feature and reinforcing the development’s strong environmental credentials.

Flexible urban living

Mailbox brings together homes and workspace, reflecting modern, urban lifestyles. Street-level commercial units provide flexible space for small and growing businesses, with prominent frontage onto the A6, along with a mix of office and meeting space. Designed with young professionals in mind, the apartments offer generous layouts and strong connectivity, just a short walk from both the railway station and Interchange. This combination of location, design and amenity has made Mailbox a highly desirable place to live.

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