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£1,000,000

Sheffield Road, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5RB

4bedrooms
1bathroom
Detachedtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 21 Oct 2026 · Barnsley

How the price compares

This home£1,000,000
Median 4 bed in S70£350k27 homes listed · £265 per sq ft
Difference+186%above the area median

Key features

  • Existing planning permission for 7 new dwellinghouses
  • Existing consent retains Stonewell House as a dwelling
  • Stonewell House has the potential for annex/games room.
  • Material start made in respect of the approved development
  • Commencement acknowledged and registered by Barnsley Building Control
  • Alternative plans prepared for 11 new dwellinghouses
  • 11-dwelling proposal includes the demolition of Stonewell House
  • Positive pre-application discussions held with Barnsley Council regarding the alternative scheme
  • No formal planning application has yet been submitted for the 11-dwelling proposal
  • Considerable technical work already undertaken

About this home

Residential Development Opportunity Stonewell House, Balk Farm Court, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5RB An excellent opportunity to acquire a residential development site with the benefit of an existing planning permission for seven new dwellinghouses, together with Stonewell House, an attractive existing dwelling presented in excellent condition. The site also offers the potential for an alternative, higher-density residential development, with plans having been prepared for the demolition of Stonewell House and erection of 11 new dwellinghouses. Positive pre-application discussions have been held with Barnsley Council in respect of this alternative scheme; however, no planning application has currently been submitted for the 11-dwelling proposal. Existing Planning Permission Planning permission has been granted for the erection of 7 no. dwellinghouses within the curtilage of the existing Stonewell House, including the demolition of an existing outbuilding and formation of access. Importantly, the approved scheme retains Stonewell House as an existing dwelling, in addition to the seven new homes proposed. Stonewell House is currently in excellent condition, providing purchasers with an existing residential asset alongside the consented development opportunity.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

BAR260436/2

Description Residential Development Opportunity Stonewell House, Balk Farm Court, Birdwell, Barnsley, S70 5RB An excellent opportunity to acquire a residential development site with the benefit of an existing planning permission for seven new dwellinghouses, together with Stonewell House, an attractive existing dwelling presented in excellent condition. The site also offers the potential for an alternative, higher-density residential development, with plans having been prepared for the demolition of Stonewell House and erection of 11 new dwellinghouses. Positive pre-application discussions have been held with Barnsley Council in respect of this alternative scheme; however, no planning application has currently been submitted for the 11-dwelling proposal. Existing Planning Permission Planning permission has been granted for the erection of 7 no. dwellinghouses within the curtilage of the existing Stonewell House, including the demolition of an existing outbuilding and formation of (truncated)

Technical Information A considerable amount of technical and preparatory work has already been undertaken by the vendors in support of the development of the site. This includes: Phase 2 Ground Investigation Drainage Strategy Technical work undertaken in connection with the proposed residential development A legal easement with Barnsley Council, which has been agreed subject to signature The availability of this technical information should assist prospective purchasers in assessing the site and progressing their preferred development strategy.

Property details

Property type
Detached
Council tax band
TBC
Tenure
Freehold

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Elsecar Station2.5 mi
  • Wombwell Station2.8 mi
  • Barnsley Station2.8 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in S70 over the last 12 months: terraced £135k · semi-detached £175k · detached £305k · flat £95k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
12 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5UZ
Terraced
Freehold
9 Jul 2026£110,000
94 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5UY
Terraced
Freehold
21 May 2026£110,000
253 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5TN
Terraced
Freehold
31 Mar 2026£135,000
152 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5TD
Terraced
Freehold
27 Mar 2026£93,500
247 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5TN
Terraced
Freehold
10 Mar 2026£143,000
206 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5TF
Terraced
Freehold
4 Mar 2026£150,000
45 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5XB
Terraced
Freehold
6 Feb 2026£161,000
92 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 1HY
Terraced
Freehold
23 Jan 2026£100,000
35 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5XB
Terraced
Freehold
19 Dec 2025£145,000
49 Sheffield Road
Barnsley S70 5XB
Terraced
Freehold
18 Dec 2025£171,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in S70

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£5,002£100,000 deposit · £900,000 loan
Stamp Duty£43,750England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Your Move, Barnsley on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 21 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 21/10/2026.

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