HS2 in Staffordshire
HS2 in your area
North of Birmingham, the railway continues through Staffordshire. We’re using a mix of cuttings and embankments. The railway then connects with the existing West Coast Main Line for services further north.
What we're building in Staffordshire
A38 Streethay overbridge
We’re building Streethay overbridge near Lichfield. The bridge allows the railway to pass under the South Staffordshire line at Streethay.
Learn more about the Streethay overbridge or read about the HS2 works and developments taking place in Staffordshire
Managing impacts of construction
We're working to minimise disruption to local residents and businesses, reduce the impact on roads and transport, minimise our impact on the environment, and keep communities informed at every stage.
Current work in the area
Local area information
In October 2025, the decision was taken to defer further construction of HS2 north of Birmingham for four years. The deferral will prioritise efforts and resources on the opening section of HS2 between Old Oak Common and Birmingham. Our approach ensures that the benefits of HS2 are felt by passengers and businesses as quickly as possible while protecting the use of taxpayers’ money. We remain fully committed to completing the 18-mile stretch north of Birmingham.
Some essential construction in Staffordshire will continue, such as critical utility works and work already underway that intersect major assets like A-roads, motorways and the conventional rail network. This also includes the completion of works on the A5 overbridge and the realignment of the A38.
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