Sell land in Selby
Our interest in land around Selby is simple: we're buying land to build homes on, so we look for sites where homes are realistic and price them on that basis.
Land around Selby falls under England's planning system. The closest towns we also cover are Goole, 10 miles away, and Pontefract, 12 miles away, and York is 12 miles away.
- Free appraisal and written offer
- Four ways to sell
- No commission: we're the buyer
Selling land near Selby?
Send the postcode and a rough size.
Selby at a glance
| Town | Selby |
|---|---|
| County | North Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Postcode district | YO8 |
| OS grid square | SE63 |
| Nearest towns we cover | Goole (10 mi), Pontefract (12 mi), York (12 mi) |
| Distance from York | About 12 miles south |
| Planning system | National Planning Policy Framework and local plan |
| Ways to sell | Outright, subject to planning, option or joint venture |
Land we buy in Selby
Each page explains what we look for, what affects the price and the rules that apply.
Land with development potential
Rural and agricultural land
Plots and small sites
Brownfield and commercial land
Awkward and inherited land
Towns near Selby
Distances and directions are measured from Selby.
| Town | Postcode district | OS grid square | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goole | DN14 | SE72 | 10 mi south-east |
| Pontefract | WF8 | SE42 | 12 mi south-west |
| York | YO1 | SE65 | 12 mi north |
| Castleford | WF10 | SE42 | 13 mi west |
| Scalby | HU15 | SE83 | 14 mi east |
| Adwick le Street | DN6 | SE50 | 15 mi south |
Planning and legal points for land in North Yorkshire
Planning framework
Planning decisions in England follow the National Planning Policy Framework, revised in August 2026, and the local plan, prepared by the council or, in a national park, the park authority. Plans are reviewed periodically, which is when new housing sites are usually allocated.
Green belt and grey belt
Green belt land is protected from inappropriate development. National policy in England also recognises 'grey belt': green belt land that doesn't strongly contribute to key green belt purposes, where housing can be acceptable if further tests are met.
Tax on the sale
The buyer pays Stamp Duty Land Tax. As the seller you may owe capital gains tax, and some commercial land carries VAT. Take advice from an accountant.
What happens next
Tell us about your land
Send the postcode or address and a rough size.
We check it properly
Title, planning history, access, flood maps and local policy.
We put an offer in writing
It shows how we got there. There's no obligation to accept.
Solicitors complete the sale
Exchange and complete, or exchange now and complete when planning is granted.
Questions from landowners near Selby
Can you visit land near Selby?
Yes. Once we've looked at the title and planning position, we arrange a site visit if the land looks suitable. Send the address or postcode to start.
How do I get an offer for land in Selby?
Use the form on this page or call 0800 088 6248. Tell us the postcode, the rough size and anything you know about planning, and we'll come back to you.
Should I get my own valuation?
Yes, we encourage it. An independent RICS surveyor or land agent can tell you whether our offer is fair. You're under no obligation to accept it.
Can I sell landlocked land?
Yes, though usually at a lower price unless access can be secured. Neighbours are often the most natural buyers.
Find out what we'd pay for your land near Selby
Send the postcode and a rough size. We'll check the title and planning position and come back to you.