Development Opportunity, Pontefract
- Land size
- 0.49 acres
- Bedrooms
- 35
- Bathrooms
- 28
Key Features
- Prominent and central location on Northgate in Pontefract
- Planning reference 18/01896/FUL (now expired) providing strong redevelopment precedent
- Dual access via Northgate and Back Northgate offering flexible site layout
- Excellent connectivity to M62, A1(M) and A645, ideal for commuters
- Close proximity to Pontefract Monkhill train station and local amenities
- Significant potential for re-planning or scheme enhancement (STP)
- Existing industrial depot and residential unit currently on site
- Scheme comprised a mix of 1 and 2-bedroom apartments plus 3-bedroom houses
Description
A substantial 1,992.74 sq m residential development opportunity in central Pontefract, offering excellent potential through a new planning consent.
The site benefits from previous consent for 28 residential units (26 apartments and 2 two-bedroom houses) under planning reference 18/01896/FUL. Although the consent has lapsed, it provides valuable planning history and a strong platform for future development.
With dual access from Northgate and Back Northgate, plus excellent connectivity to the M62, A1(M), Wakefield and Leeds, this is an exciting opportunity for developers, housebuilders and investors.
SUBJECT TO PLANNING | OFFERS CONSIDERED
SUBJECT TO PLANNING - OFFERS CONSIDERED
Freehold and long leasehold residential development opportunity extending to approximately 1,992.74 sq m (0.49 acres), with a previous planning consent for 28 residential units.
Monroe Land & New Homes are delighted to bring to market a substantial and well-positioned development opportunity on Northgate, in the heart of Pontefract.
The site extends to approximately 1,992.74 sq m and currently comprises an industrial depot together with a small residential unit. The property benefits from access from both Northgate and Back Northgate, providing a strong basis for a future residential redevelopment scheme.
PLANNING
The site previously benefited from full planning permission for the demolition of the existing buildings and redevelopment to provide a residential scheme comprising:
26 self-contained apartments within a three-storey building
A mix of one and two-bedroom apartments
2 x three-bedroom semi-detached houses
28 residential units in total
The previous planning permission was granted by Wakefield Council on 1 November 2019 under planning application reference 18/01896/FUL.
The planning permission has now lapsed and no current planning consent is in place. The previous consent nevertheless provides an established planning history for residential redevelopment of the site and may provide a useful basis for a purchaser considering a fresh planning application, subject to current planning policy, site assessment and the necessary statutory consents.
Purchasers should make their own enquiries with the Local Planning Authority regarding the prospects of obtaining planning permission for their proposed scheme.
OFFERS / TERMS
The property is being offered as a development opportunity subject to planning, and the Owner is inviting offers from interested parties.
Offers subject to planning will be considered, with the Owner seeking an appropriate uplift in land value to reflect the proposed planning outcome.
Unconditional offers will also be considered.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit details of their proposed scheme, planning strategy and offer, together with any relevant track record or supporting information.
LOCATION
Northgate occupies a prominent position within the established market town of Pontefract, providing a central and highly accessible location for residential development.
Pontefract is a popular West Yorkshire market town benefiting from excellent transport links, with convenient access to the M62, A1(M) and A645, providing connections towards Leeds, Wakefield, York and the wider regional network.
The town is also served by several railway stations, including Pontefract Monkhill, providing further connectivity for commuters.
A comprehensive range of amenities is available within Pontefract, including retail facilities, supermarkets, schools, healthcare, restaurants, leisure facilities and public transport connections. The site's central location and proximity to established amenities make it well suited to residential development aimed at both owner-occupiers and the private rental market.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The combination of the site's substantial 0.49-acre footprint, central location, dual access arrangements and previous residential planning history presents an attractive opportunity for developers, housebuilders and investors.
While the previous consent has lapsed, the site's established planning history provides a useful starting point for parties seeking to explore a new residential scheme, potentially revisiting the previously consented layout or pursuing an alternative development that better reflects current planning policy and market requirements.
Key highlights:
Approximately 1,992.74 sq m / 0.49 acres
Subject to planning
Offers considered
Previous consent for 28 residential units
Previous application: 18/01896/FUL
Planning granted 1 November 2019 – now lapsed
Previous scheme comprising 26 apartments and 2 semi-detached houses
Existing industrial/residential accommodation
Access from Northgate and Back Northgate
Prominent central Pontefract location
Excellent road and rail connectivity
Suitable for developers, investors and housebuilders
The site comprises one freehold title and two further leasehold titles held on 999-year leases.
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For further information or to register your interest, please contact Monroe Land & New Homes on .
Please note: the previous planning permission has lapsed and does not constitute a current planning consent. Any future development is subject to obtaining the necessary planning and other statutory consents.
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Property details
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- Date Posted
- 2026-09-09
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
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- Lateral Living
- Parking
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Connectivity
Broadband
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1.8 Gbps
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Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- St Giles C of E Academy142 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 337
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Pontefract667 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 222
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- De Lacy Primary School0.7 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 342
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Halfpenny Lane Junior Infant and Nursery School0.8 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 434
- Type
- Academy converter
- Holy Family and St Michael's Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 199
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
Secondary
- The King's School0.7 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,041
- Type
- Academy converter
- Carleton High School1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,026
- Type
- Academy converter
- Airedale Academy1.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,008
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Featherstone Academy1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 556
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College: A Voluntary Academy2.2 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,470
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
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Pharmacy
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Green space
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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