Self build plots for sale in Yorkshire in the country and on the coast and in a sought-after city from £100,000 to £175,000

Self building is a dream for many, thanks largely to Channel 4’s Grand Designs, which has democratised the idea, and to the show’s presenter Kevin McCloud whose lyrical way of describing the process and its results make it all the more appealing despite the trials and tribulations that often come with building your own home.

Published 22nd Nov 2022, 11:20 BST

Plots of land for self building are generally hard to find and come at a premium but here are some for sale in Yorkshire that may take your fancy. They range from those in rural beauty spots plus one in a coastal town and one in a sought-after city. For those hunting for plot, regularly check property portals, such as Rightmove, and make sure you are on your local authority’s self and custom-build register.

Also remember that as plots are rare, replacing or radically altering and extending an existing property is an option, subject to planning permission.

This prime site is in the small rural village of Thrintoft and is on the market for £150,000 with www.robinjessop.co.uk. They say: "It stands exceptionally well and adjacent to open countryside but within easy reach of the popular and thriving market towns of Northallerton, Bedale and Richmond. It is also conveniently located in relation to the A1 Interchanges at Leeming Bar and Catterick, thereby bringing Teesside, Tyneside, Leeds and York within reasonable commuting distance.
Thrintoft is a charming village and the site enjoys attractive views across open countryside.

It is a desirable residential building plot which extends to 740m2 approx.

The planning permission has the benefit of Outline Planning Permission for the construction of a single dwelling in accordance with Decision No 21/02977/OUT dated 8th April 2022 issued by Hambleton District Council.

1. Building plot in North Yorkshire

This prime site is in the small rural village of Thrintoft and is on the market for £150,000 with www.robinjessop.co.uk. They say: "It stands exceptionally well and adjacent to open countryside but within easy reach of the popular and thriving market towns of Northallerton, Bedale and Richmond. It is also conveniently located in relation to the A1 Interchanges at Leeming Bar and Catterick, thereby bringing Teesside, Tyneside, Leeds and York within reasonable commuting distance. Thrintoft is a charming village and the site enjoys attractive views across open countryside. It is a desirable residential building plot which extends to 740m2 approx. The planning permission has the benefit of Outline Planning Permission for the construction of a single dwelling in accordance with Decision No 21/02977/OUT dated 8th April 2022 issued by Hambleton District Council. Photo: Sharon Dale

This garden plot is in the market with www.neilwrightestateagents.co.uk for offers over £100,000 and offers the chance to build a detached bungalow with in a popular residential area on the edge of High Bentham. The site is 380 square meters. Detailed approval is still to be sought by the purchaser to meet their own requirements and to satisfy the local planning office.
High Bentham is a popular Market Town set amid open countryside on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Bowland Area of Outstanding National Beauty. The town has all local amenities, such as independent shops, pubs, cafes, primary school, doctors' surgery, and a range of leisure facilities.

2. Plot in a rural village close to the Yorkshire Dales

This garden plot is in the market with www.neilwrightestateagents.co.uk for offers over £100,000 and offers the chance to build a detached bungalow with in a popular residential area on the edge of High Bentham. The site is 380 square meters. Detailed approval is still to be sought by the purchaser to meet their own requirements and to satisfy the local planning office. High Bentham is a popular Market Town set amid open countryside on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the Bowland Area of Outstanding National Beauty. The town has all local amenities, such as independent shops, pubs, cafes, primary school, doctors' surgery, and a range of leisure facilities. Photo: Sharon Dale

This is a very rare opportunity to acquire a single building plot in the village of Kilburn, famous for its white horse. Ot comes with planning consent to demolish an existing bungalow and erect a double fronted, two-bedroom, stone-built cottage. It is on the market for offers over £175,000. Visit wiliamsons-property.com

3. Chance to self-buld in the idyllic village of Kilburn

This is a very rare opportunity to acquire a single building plot in the village of Kilburn, famous for its white horse. Ot comes with planning consent to demolish an existing bungalow and erect a double fronted, two-bedroom, stone-built cottage. It is on the market for offers over £175,000. Visit wiliamsons-property.com Photo: Sharon Dale

This site, on the market for £120,000, occupies a former garden off Townhead tucked away from Bolton Road in Silsden. Plans have been passedfor a detached house with accommodation of approximately 1250 square feet,including, to the ground floor: sitting room, dining kitchen with bi-fold doors, a house bathroom and third bedroom or study. To the first floor: two double bedrooms and an en-suite. Visit www.wilman-wilman.co.uk

4. Plot in popular small town near Ilkley

This site, on the market for £120,000, occupies a former garden off Townhead tucked away from Bolton Road in Silsden. Plans have been passedfor a detached house with accommodation of approximately 1250 square feet,including, to the ground floor: sitting room, dining kitchen with bi-fold doors, a house bathroom and third bedroom or study. To the first floor: two double bedrooms and an en-suite. Visit www.wilman-wilman.co.uk Photo: Sharon Dale

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