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The ARL Study Tour 2025: Liverpool
The ARL North West Hub returns to Liverpool for its next Study Tour
Wednesday 9th & Thursday 10th July
Join us for an exclusive two-day ARL Study Tour in Liverpool, exploring seven standout developments in the Rental Living sector.
This is your opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with sector professionals, and experience firsthand the innovation shaping this growing market.
Enjoy a Liverpool Market Overview from HomeViews and discover the latest Liverpool BTR Market Snapshot from Bidwells.
Day one will conclude with a delicious dinner at Malmaison with dinner-only tickets also now available. We will be joined by panelists Alan Bevan, Managing Director, City Residential and Cllr Nick Small, Cabinet Member for Growth & Economy, Liverpool City Council who will discuss the current residential and Rental Living landscape in Liverpool.
Places for this two-day Study Tour are limited with tickets restricted to 2 attendees per company.
Developments confirmed:
Apo at Copperhouse
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Baltic Yard, Dandara
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The James
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Pall Mall Press, ILA
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ROCO, Livingway
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Milliners Yard, Allsop
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The Lexington, Moda
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Map of developments in Liverpool:
Routes to Liverpool:
Getting to Liverpool
- From Leeds– Around 1h 45 by train or 1h 30 by car
- From London– Direct train from Euston to Liverpool Lime Street in approximately 2h 22
- From Manchester– Around 50 minutes by train or 40 minutes by car
- From Birmingham– Approximately 1h 50 by train or 1h 41 by car
Schedule
Wednesday 9th July
10:30: Meet at Milliners Yard – Registration, Coffee & Networking
11:15: Development Tour – Milliners Yard, Allsop
12:30: Development tour – Moda, The Lexington
13:30: Lunch at The Arts Bar
Presentations:
- City report from Bidwells
- BTR overview from HomeViews
15:00 – 16:00: Development tour – Baltic Yard
17:00: Coach drop off at Malmaison
19:30: Dinner at Malmaison
Featuring a Fireside Chat, moderated by Chloe Sachikonye, Yardi
Panelists:
- Alan Bevan – Managing Director, City Residential
- Cllr Nick Small – Cabinet Member for Growth & Economy, Liverpool City Council
Thursday 10th July
9:30: Meet at Malmaison hotel lobby
10:30: Development tour: Pall Mall Press, ILA
11:45: Development tour: Apo, The Copper House
13:00: Lunch at ROCO
13:45: Development tour: ROCO, Livingway
15:00: Development tour: The James, Allsop
16:30: Event ends
Why Liverpool?
- Growing Population & Young Demographics: Strong demand from young professionals and graduates, particularly from Liverpool’s universities and creative sectors.
- Affordability Edge: Liverpool offers significantly lower rent-to-income ratios compared to London and Manchester, appealing to renters seeking quality and value.
- City Centre Regeneration: Projects such as Liverpool Waters, Paddington Village, and Baltic Triangle are transforming the urban core, boosting BTR opportunities.
- Investor Confidence: Regional cities are attracting major BTR funding as investors seek yields beyond overheated southern markets.
The current BTR landscape
- Completed Units: ~2,500 (estimated as of 2025)
- In Pipeline: Over 5,000 units planned or under construction
- Scheme Typologies: Mix of high-rise and mid-rise, often integrated with co-working, leisure, and wellness amenities.
Why does Liverpool matter to the Rental Living sector?
Liverpool’s BTR trajectory provides valuable lessons on:
- Scaling in smaller cities
- Balancing yield with resident value
- Embedding BTR in urban regeneration
As the BTR sector moves into a phase of regional consolidation and strategic delivery, Liverpool stands out as a city to watch and learn from.
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About the ARL Study Tours
ARL Study Tours are exclusive events, organised by the ARL and hosted by its members, designed to offer a first person understanding into BTR schemes across the UK.
Open to ARL members and non-members alike, the ARL Study Tours are the perfect way to deep dive into operational BTR schemes and discover valuable insights from the experts.
If you have not joined one of our tours before take a look at our most recent trip to Leicester.
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