Development Opportunity with Granted Planning - The Barns at Birkdale Farm
- Land size
- 0.25 acres
- Bedrooms
- 7
- Bathrooms
- 4
Key Features
- Opportunity to create two highly desirable luxury family homes
- Rare two-barn residential development opportunity
- Striking contemporary designs illustrated by CGI
- Further 2.8 acres available by separate negotiation
- Attractive rural setting within the Brighouse area
- Brighouse railway station provides direct rail connections towards Leeds, Huddersfield, Bradford and Manchester
- Convenient access to Halifax, Huddersfield, Elland, Leeds and Manchester
- Full planning, architectural drawings and CGI pack available upon request
- Excellent local bus network connecting Brighouse and the wider West Yorkshire area
- Excellent opportunity for developers, investors or self-build purchasers
Description
A rare opportunity to acquire Birkdale Farm, comprising two substantial barns with full planning consent for conversion into exceptional contemporary homes. Barn One extends to approximately 1,900 sq ft with three bedrooms, whilst Barn Two provides approximately 2,300 sq ft with four bedrooms, both benefiting from private gardens. Approximately 0.25 acre is included, with a further 2.8 acres available by separate negotiation. CGI imagery showcases the exciting proposed designs, combining traditional brickwork, contemporary cladding and extensive glazing. Estimated combined end values of approximately £1.5 million. Full planning and drawing pack available upon request.
Two Exceptional Barn Conversions | Full Planning Consent | Approx. 4,200 sq ft | 0.25 Acre Plot | Additional 2.8 Acres Available
Introducing Birkdale Farm, an exciting development opportunity comprising two substantial barns with full planning consent for conversion into exceptional contemporary family homes, positioned within an attractive rural setting in the Brighouse area.
The approved scheme provides for two individually designed barn conversions, combining the character and proportions of the existing agricultural buildings with striking contemporary architecture, extensive glazing and beautifully considered external spaces.
Barn One extends to approximately 1,900 sq ft and provides for a superb three-bedroom residence, whilst Barn Two extends to approximately 2,300 sq ft and provides for an impressive four-bedroom family home.
The accompanying CGI imagery illustrates the vision for the completed development, with both homes showcasing a sophisticated combination of traditional brickwork, contemporary dark cladding, expansive black-framed glazing and landscaped gardens.
The proposed homes have been designed to create bright, spacious and highly desirable modern living environments, whilst retaining the character and individuality associated with a traditional barn setting.
Approximately 0.25 acre is included within the sale, with a further 2.8 acres available by separate negotiation, providing the opportunity to enhance the overall setting and landholding.
With estimated combined end values of approximately £1.5 million, Birkdale Farm offers an exciting proposition for developers, investors or purchasers looking to create two exceptional countryside homes.
A full planning and drawing pack is available upon request.
REASONS TO BUY
Exceptional two-barn development opportunity
Full planning consent
Barn One approx. 1,900 sq ft
Approved three-bedroom barn conversion
Barn Two approx. 2,300 sq ft
Approved four-bedroom barn conversion
Approx. 4,200 sq ft combined accommodation
Private gardens to both properties
Approx. 0.25 acre included
Additional 2.8 acres available by separate negotiation
Striking contemporary barn designs
Traditional brick and contemporary cladding
Extensive areas of glazing
Attractive rural setting
Excellent Brighouse location
Convenient access to the M62 and wider West Yorkshire
Estimated combined end values of approx. £1.5 million
Full planning and drawing pack available
Excellent developer, investment or self-build opportunity
ENVIRONS
Birkdale Farm enjoys an attractive position within the Brighouse area, offering the opportunity to create exceptional countryside homes whilst remaining conveniently positioned for everyday amenities and excellent regional connectivity.
Brighouse provides a comprehensive range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities, with the surrounding countryside offering numerous opportunities for walking and outdoor pursuits.
The location is particularly well connected, with Brighouse railway station providing links towards Leeds, Huddersfield, Bradford and Manchester, whilst the M62 motorway provides excellent access across West Yorkshire and towards the wider motorway network.
The nearby towns of Halifax, Huddersfield and Elland are readily accessible, whilst Leeds and Manchester are also within convenient travelling distance.
The area is well served by a selection of primary and secondary schools, making the proposed homes particularly appealing to families seeking a rural lifestyle without compromising on connectivity and amenities.
PLANNING
Full planning consent is in place for the conversion of the two existing barns into residential dwellings.
A full planning and architectural drawing pack is available upon request.
Purchasers are advised to undertake their own due diligence in respect of the planning consent, conditions, drawings and all associated development matters.
LAND
Approximately 0.25 acre included.
A further 2.8 acres is available by separate negotiation.
END VALUE
Estimated combined end value: approximately £1.5 million.
This figure is an estimate only and should not be relied upon as a formal valuation or guarantee of future sale price. Purchasers should obtain their own independent valuation and professional advice.
LOCAL AUTHORITY
To be confirmed.
TENURE
To be confirmed.
VIEWING & INFORMATION
Full planning documentation and drawing pack available upon request.
Strictly through the selling agent - Monroe Land & New Homes.
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- Date Posted
- 2026-09-16
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Property Features
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
10 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Bailiffe Bridge Junior and Infant School618 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 183
- Type
- Community school
- Cliffe Hill Community Primary School0.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 195
- Type
- Community school
- Scholes Village Primary School0.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 217
- Type
- Community school
- Shirley Manor Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 168
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Andrew's Church of England (VA) Infant School1 mileOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 7
- Pupils
- 156
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Lightcliffe Academy0.8 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 788
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Brighouse High School1.2 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,317
- Type
- Academy converter
- Appleton Academy1.6 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,207
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Whitcliffe Mount, A Share Academy1.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,228
- Type
- Academy converter
- Rastrick High School1.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,774
- Type
- Academy converter
* 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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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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