Are you searching for the perfect new homes in West Yorkshire? Whether you intend to rent or buy, we can help you find the development that will suit your lifestyle. Don’t just take our word for it; all our ratings come from those who have already moved in. These verified residents have decided who deserves to be in the Top 10 – but before we discover which properties rank highly, we’ll share some key facts about this beautiful county.
New build homes in West Yorkshire: Top 10 developments
Our ranking system focuses on facilities, design, location, value and management. These are all essential factors that affect how our verified residents feel about their homes. Who made the Top 10? Read on to find out.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
First place goes to New York Square by Moda. This rental-only development is a collection of 515 pet-friendly apartments, set in the heart of Leeds’ cultural district. The development provides a community rich with amenities, from co-working and meeting spaces to a media room, private dining and a roof terraces with panoramic views of Leeds City Centre and beyond.
Coming in second is Mustard Wharf, a new development located a few minutes’ walk from Leeds train station. It consists of 247 pet friendly rental apartments in total. In addition, residents are able to enjoy various facilities, including a lounge and gym, and access to a 24-hour front of house team.
Third-placed Headingley Park is a very recent addition to HomeViews’ listings, but has already attracted overwhelmingly positive reviews from its extremely happy residents. One verified review reads:
“The development and the management are EXCEPTIONAL. I love the community events and added extras, the rent is expensive but worth it for being pet friendly, the on site support, facilities in the flats and the fitness classes. The residents lounge is fab and I love the resident events that get put on.”
In fourth, Mercer West & Madison East is a Build to Rent development by Hestia managed by Savills. Located in Leeds’ vibrant cultural quarter, Mercer West and Madison East are just a short walk from the River Aire and its scenic waterside venues.
In fifth, Leodis Square by Dandara Living is also located in central Leeds and offers studio to three-bedroom apartments. It also provides an on-site gym, a pet-friendly policy and community events. To top it all off, the development is just five minutes from Leeds’ business and retail districts.
The Junction sits sixth in the West Yorkshire rankings. The development is a collection of 665 one, two and three bedroom apartments. The stylish Build to Rent residential and retail scheme also includes parking and cycle storage. In addition, residents benefit from co-working and meeting spaces as well as private dining and landscaped gardens. Finally, the touch down points at Wellington Place and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal are at either end.
Part new-build, part Gothic Revival, Clarendon Quarter offers affordable rental flats in Leeds, and sits seventh in our rankings. It’s an easy stroll or cycle to central Leeds. There is also an on-site team to help with every need, including maintenance. Along with 326 rooms there is a fitness centre and several resident lounges for post-shift reps and relaxation. Clarendon quarter is made up of two buildings. Firstly, The Court, a former schoolhouse, has been transformed into 264 standard and mezzanine studio flats for the city’s key workers. The second building is The Gardens, a collection of 62 one, two and three-bed flats.
In eighth we have Pin Yard, an 11-storey property which offers a mix of one, two and three high quality rental apartments. Located on Siddall Street in Leed’s Holbeck Urban Village area, it’s just a short 10-minute walk from all city centre amenities, including Leeds Station, popular shopping centre Trinity Leeds, and eating district, Call Lane.
Ninth-placed Waterside Aparments is located in Leeds City Centre, very close to the Victoria Quarter (known for its vast range of shopping amenities) and the Corn Exchange – a Grade 1 listed building known for its aesthetic and alternative cafés and independent businesses. Residents have access to balconies, a concierge and private parking.
In 10th, Forster Place Apartments is a conversion of a former building society’s head office. Situated in the heart of Bradford, Forster Place Apartments offers 57 studio, one and two-bedroom contemporary rental apartments. The development is ideally located for the city centre, train station and easy access to the major motorway networks.
Taking 11th place for West Yorkshire we have Elm Tree Park by Keepmoat Homes. Located on the outskirts of Wakefield, and within easy reach of a full range of amenities, Elm Tree Park offers two, three and four-bedroom homes. Wakefield city centre is less than two miles away.
The Headline are brand new apartments available to rent, each with stylish interiors and located close to Leeds City Centre. The Headline offers easy access to shops, bars and restaurants. Read reviews and details of The Headline, LS1
Located in the scenic village of Bramhope, just seven miles from the centre of Leeds, Spring Wood Park is a stunning development of well designed two, three, four and five bedroom homes which meet the needs of the modern homeowner. Read reviews and details of Spring Wood Park, LS16
Tucked away in a quiet leafy cul de sac, surrounded by mature trees and panoramic views across Leeds. These 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes are located close to transport and within easy walking distance of local amenities. Read reviews and details of Cross Heath Grove, LS11
Kings Park is a development located in Drighlington, ideally positioned between Bradford and Leeds. It offers a selection of three and four-bedroom homes tailored to modern living, emphasizing energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Not only does the development promise significant savings on energy bills, but it also combines style and comfort with features like dedicated study […] Read reviews and details of Kings Park, BD11
Nestled in the Pennines and its foothills, West Yorkshire is an English inland metropolitan county adjoining the Nidderdale AONB to the north and the Peak District National Park to the south. The county is home to the cities of Leeds, Bradford and Wakefield, and the boroughs of Calderdale and Kirklees. Derbyshire borders West Yorkshire to the south, with Great Manchester to the south-west. Find Lancashire to the west and north-west, North Yorkshire to the north and east, and South Yorkshire to the south and south-east.
Living in West Yorkshire
Once an industrial heartland, West Yorkshire wears its past with pride in its buildings and architecture. Interspersed with large areas of green belt land, you’re never far from dramatic viewpoints or country rambles. From the cultural centre of Leeds and Wakefield’s picturesque landscapes to Bradford’s famous curry houses and delightful market towns, it’s no wonder the area attracts renowned artists and filmmakers.
Despite its rural surroundings, West Yorkshire is very well connected by the M62, M1 and the A1(M), and the internal urban motorways in Leeds and Bradford. And with two mainline railway stations and Yorkshire’s largest airport, it’s ideally located for commuters and holidaymakers alike. When you need to escape a little further, cross the county border to roam National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
West Yorkshire property prices
West Yorkshire property prices are steady for the past 12 months, according to recent figures from Rightmove (November 2024). The average price for a house in the county is currently around £232,000. Terraced homes came in on the cheaper end, averaging about £168,000. Flats went for around £150,000, while semi-detached houses achieved £229,000 and detached properties averaged £412,000.
West Yorkshire is a county in the north of England. It borders Greater Manchester to the south, Lancashire to the west and the East Riding of Yorkshire to the east. Made up of seven districts, Kirklees, Calderdale, Bradford, Wakefield, Leeds, Sheffield Hallam and York, it Read more about West Yorkshire
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