Derwenthorpe

Derwenthorpe

Derwenthorpe will be a new community to the east of York. The proposal, recently approved by the Secretary of State, aspires to set new standards in design, sustainability and affordability that will inspire and encourage others. With the help of Housing Board funding, this project will create a mixed income, mixed tenure community with high quality, eco friendly, energy efficient homes that are flexible and adaptable.

At least 40 per cent of the new homes planned will be well within the reach of households on average incomes, with 135 homes to rent, 81 for part-ownership and homes for sale at varying prices, together creating a truly mixed income community. Set in 18 acres of parkland, with ponds, mature and newly planted trees and shrubs, cycle paths, playgrounds and wildlife conservation areas, the design will be based around Home Zones, giving people priority over cars.

Derwenthorpe will be a high-quality, inclusive and sustainable community that will establish close links with surrounding areas and become a beacon for York and the whole of North Yorkshire.