Large unallocated plot near town centre for informed developers and investors.
- Approximately 0.23 hectares (0.56 acres) of land in two parcels
- Sold freehold; offered by public online auction, closing 29 Oct 2025
- Unallocated land — redevelopment subject to local planning consent
- Pre-authorisation bidding deposit required: £12,000
- Predominantly woodland; likely need for site clearance and surveys
- Located in mixed light-industrial/residential area, near town centre
- Very high local crime rate; factor security and insurance costs
- No reported flood risk; excellent mobile and fast broadband
A substantial 0.23-hectare (0.56-acre) plot offered for public online auction, positioned in a light-industrial pocket of Heckmondwike close to town centre and main roads. The site is primarily woodland and comprises two parcels fronting Walkley Lane (B6117), sold freehold and described as unallocated — offering potential for redevelopment subject to necessary consents.
This lot will suit an investor or developer prepared to lead pre-application planning discussions with Kirklees Council. Practical positives include excellent mobile signal and fast broadband, no reported flood risk, on-site garage/parking access and proximity (approx. 0.5 miles) to Heckmondwike town centre and a mix of primary and secondary schools rated Good.
Bidders must allow for material constraints: the land is unallocated (no guaranteed planning permission), lies within a mixed-use industrial/residential setting, and is in a very high crime area. The sale is by online auction with a pre-authorised deposit of £12,000 and bidding closing on 29th October 2025; legal pack and any addenda should be reviewed in full before bidding.
This is a value-driven, speculative development opportunity for a buyer who accepts remedial and planning risk. Expect site clearance, contamination checks, potential remediation, and consortium or professional planning input before redevelopment can proceed.