Bellway Strategic Land has submitted plans to North Yorkshire Council seeking outline permission to build up to 250 homes on the edge of Sherburn in Elmet.

The proposed development would be located on a 27-acre site west of Finkle Hill, on the town’s north-western boundary. Plans outline a mix of two- to five-bedroom homes designed to serve a broad range of residents, with up to half of the properties allocated as affordable housing.

The scheme also includes proposals for more than six acres of public open space, which would be accessible to the wider community and feature walking routes, play areas and enhanced landscaping.

Alex Bowling, Bellway Strategic Land Manager for the North, said: "North Yorkshire Council has acknowledged an urgent need to provide additional homes across the county and within the Selby district in particular. Sherburn in Elmet is recognised as a sustainable location for residential development and we have identified this land off Finkle Hill as the most logical site for new housing in the town.

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"Situated on the town's main north-south thoroughfare, the site is in a highly accessible location within a mile of local shops and services and is well-served by bus services to neighbouring towns and villages, which would help to minimise the reliance on car use.

"The proposed development would also encourage active lifestyles through the provision of large areas of open space on land currently inaccessible to the public. This would include a circular walk through the site connecting Sir John's Lane and Finkle Hill, as well as new play areas and significant planting to improve biodiversity.

"With up to 50 per cent of the homes to be designated as affordable housing, our proposals would also make a significant contribution towards addressing the acute shortage of affordable housing provision in North Yorkshire, as well as delivering a wide range of much-needed homes for the private market.

"These plans have been submitted following pre-application engagement with North Yorkshire Council and have been carefully designed to create a modern high-quality neighbourhood which integrates with its surroundings while prioritising sustainability and benefits for the wider community."

If approved, the outline application would be followed by a reserved matters submission to determine the final number, design and layout of the homes.