Dating back to the 1860s, the street's offices and commercial buildings meant that it played a key part during the growth of Liverpool.

[1] During the 19th century, the street became home to fruit and produce dealers, warehouses, offices and banks, aided by its proximity to the docks and Liverpool Exchange railway station.

[7] Liverpool's main post office opened on Victoria Street in 1899, having previously been in Custom House at Canning Dock.

[9] The post office moved to another location during the 20th century and after being derlict for a while the building was converted into a shopping centre called the Metquarter.

[10] During its four-year lifespan it hosted local bands such as Dead or Alive, Echo & the Bunnymen and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark as well as international acts like U2, Talking Heads and The Ramones.