Boost for Low Moor train station as passenger numbers on the rise

Significant investment (£26.7 million) from the West Yorkshire Combined Authority supported the opening of Apperley Bridge, Kirkstall Forge and Low Moor stations in 2018.

The second set of comprehensive figures show Low Moor station, which opened in March 2017, has seen an increase of 5.7 per cent, with 140,690 station users in its second year of operation.

The Combined Authority has said it will continue to work with Northern and Network Rail to achieve its ambition for two services an hour at Low Moor to deliver the station’s full potential.

Councillor Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council and West Yorkshire Combined Authority Transport Lead, said: “Against the backdrop of regional disparities in funding, these figures highlight the strong return that can be secured through investment in the North of England transport network.

“With passengers numbers expected to double over the next 30 years, it is essential that investment in this gateway for the region, as well as the local network, matches our ambitions for further growth to help address the capacity crisis across West Yorkshire

“To deliver the modern, reliable rail service we need and deserve, the Government must commit to HS2 phase 2b and Northern Powerhouse Rail with a city centre station in Bradford.”