HS2 in Staffordshire
HS2 in your area
North of Birmingham, the railway continues through Staffordshire using a mix of cuttings and embankments. It then connects with the existing West Coast Main Line for services further north.
What we're building
Streethay overbridge
We’re building Streethay overbridge near Lichfield. It will allow the railway to pass under the South Staffordshire line at Streethay.
Read about the HS2 works and developments taking place in Staffordshire
HS2 north of Birmingham
In October 2025, we decided to pause further construction of HS2 north of Birmingham for four years. This means we can focus our efforts and resources on opening the first section of HS2 between Old Oak Common and Birmingham. It will bring the benefits of HS2 to passengers and businesses as quickly as possible, while making sure we use taxpayers’ money responsibly. We remain fully committed to completing the 18-mile stretch north of Birmingham.
Some construction in Staffordshire will continue. This includes essential utility works and work already under way that crosses major roads, motorways and the conventional rail network. We’re also completing the A5 overbridge and the A38 realignment.
How we manage construction
We work to minimise disruption for residents and businesses, reduce the impact on roads and transport, protect the environment, and keep communities informed at every stage.
Current work in the area
How and why we're building HS2
HS2 works near you
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