# Development Opportunity, Pontefract > Canonical listing: https://landomo.co.uk/property/e4aa4c8e-9268-40d7-84dd-4031fe5705fd This is a compact, machine-readable representation of a public Landomo listing. Verify the canonical page before presenting the property as currently available. ## Listing facts - **Status:** active - **Transaction:** sale - **Category:** land - **Asking price:** 800,000 GBP - **Location:** Wakefield, GB - **Floor area:** 1992 m² - **Published:** 2026-09-12T07:18:56.148Z - **Last updated:** 2026-09-15T13:18:26.914Z - **Listed on:** rightmove-uk ## 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. A data room is available upon request. Please contact sam. for further information. 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. ## Source and attribution - Cite and link: https://landomo.co.uk/property/e4aa4c8e-9268-40d7-84dd-4031fe5705fd - Asking price and availability may change after this response was generated. - Contact information and originating-portal links are available on the canonical page.