Phase 1

With planning approved, phase one of York Central will deliver a significant proportion of this brand-new city quarter by 2030.

Phase 1

Planning permission for the first phase of development at York Central has now been approved, meaning we are now on track to start delivering a brand-new city quarter for the people of York.

This important phase will deliver a significant proportion of the overall development, with work expected to begin on site in 2027, with this first phase completing in 2030.

  • 1,014

    Homes (20% affordable)

  • 1

    Brand new urban park

  • 2

    Vibrant civic squares

  • 213

    Bedroom hotel

  • 1

    Western station entrance

  • 99,190

    Sq ft Innovation Hub

  • 67,447

    Sq ft retail & leisure space

  • 134,000

    Sq ft Government Hub

Phase 1

  1. Homes: Plot L&K
  2. Homes: Plot E
  3. Homes: Plot F
  4. Government Hub
  5. Innovation Hub
  6. Hotel
  7. Retail & Leisure (Site Wide)
  8. The Park
  9. Coal Drops Square
  10. Museum Square
  11. Western Station Entrance
Aerial view of the York Central masterplan with the Phase 1 locations numbered.

Latest news

Aerial image of York Central

Planning approved to deliver a brand new city quarter for York

11 Sep 2026 | York Central

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