The Gorsey Bank estate in Cheadle Heath faced decline, leading to its demolition after years of neglect and calls for change from residents.
Cheadle Heath: The Gorsey Bank estate used to be a great place to live. But over the years, it fell apart. People started leaving, and it became a shadow of its former self.
Once, it was a lively neighborhood with families and friends. But by the 1970s, things took a turn for the worse. Residents were begging for the place to be torn down. It was just too much to handle.
Vandalism, burglaries, and even arson became common. The area was labeled as ‘Stockport’s worst.’ It was sad to see how quickly things changed. The estate, built in 1935, was now a mess.
In the late 1980s, the situation got even worse. The Stockport Advertiser described it as a “hollow” place, with broken glass everywhere. It was like a ghost town, with only a few families left.
Despite the chaos, some residents still cared about their homes. They tried to keep their gardens nice and looked out for each other. But the problems just kept piling up.
By the 1990s, many had given up hope. The council tried to help with security patrols, but it didn’t work. The estate was still falling apart, and people were leaving.
Mary Bancroft, one of the last residents, remembered the good times. She didn’t want to leave, but it was clear the end was near. Finally, in 1998, the council decided to clear the estate.
After years of waiting, demolition began in 2007. The area is now home to the Aurora Business Park. It’s hard to believe it was once a thriving community. The memories linger, but the estate is gone for good.
