A survey conducted by a political party has indicated people would prefer a proposed new rail link to pass through Alexandra Palace

Haringey Liberal Democrats say they have backed the Alexandra Palace and Turnpike Lane route for Crossrail 2 over the Wood Green Station route.

They said a survey found 78.5% of locals who responded backed the Alexandra Palace/Turnpike Lane route and only 21.5% backed the Wood Green Station route.

The consultation on Crossrail 2 closed on Friday.

Cllr Gail Engert, Haringey Lib Dem leader, said: “Whilst the Lib Dems support having Crossrail 2 in the borough we do have concerns about plans for a shaft on one of the local parks and about the impact of construction work on local residents. We urge Crossrail 2 and Transport for London to do what they can to limit the impact of the work on local people.

“The Lib Dems are backing the Alexandra Palace route because we want to see the palace flourish and because we believe Turnpike Lane needs regeneration and provides better interchanges, making it a better choice for Crossrail 2. That is a view backed by local residents who responded to our survey.”

In their consultation response, the Lib Dems said their main reasons for backing the Alexandra Palace route, over the Wood Green Station route, were that Alexandra Palace needs enhanced transport links, given the large events that are frequently held there, and that Turnpike Lane Station provides better interchanges than Wood Green, including the bus station. 

They also said they were worried about the plans for a construction shaft on Downhills Park, and urged Crossrail 2 to consider alternative locations to limit the impact of construction work on people living nearby.