Property Description
Prime York Development Opportunity – Former Lime Trees Mental Health FacilityFraser Bond is pleased to present Lime Trees, a substantial former NHS healthcare facility located on Shipton Road, one of York’s principal arterial routes.
Historically used as a specialist mental health and inpatient facility, the property forms part of York’s established healthcare estate. As services have evolved and consolidated into modern accommodation, sites such as Lime Trees have become increasingly attractive for strategic redevelopment and repositioning.
The property occupies a highly desirable location just minutes from York city centre, benefiting from strong residential demand, excellent connectivity, and proximity to the city’s historic core. The scale and configuration of the site provide flexibility for a range of future uses, including residential development, supported living, or mixed-use schemes, subject to planning.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a large institutional site in one of the UK’s most supply-constrained and desirable regional cities.
For Sale: Previously marketed / potential redevelopment opportunity
Price: POA
Key Features
Former NHS mental health facility
Prominent location on Shipton Road (A19)
Substantial building and site with redevelopment potential
Close proximity to York city centre
Suitable for residential or mixed-use development (STPP)
Strong underlying residential demand
Established access and infrastructure
Size not publicly confirmed
Price guidance: POA
Location Description
York is one of the UK’s most historic and desirable cities, renowned for its heritage, tourism, and strong economic base. The city benefits from excellent rail connectivity, including direct services to London, Leeds, and Edinburgh.
Shipton Road is a key route into the city, offering convenient access to both the city centre and surrounding residential areas. The immediate environment comprises a mix of housing, institutional uses, and green spaces.
The combination of central accessibility and residential appeal makes this location highly sought after for development.
Investment Angle
This asset presents a high-quality redevelopment opportunity:
Large-scale site in a prime York location
Strong potential for residential or mixed-use schemes
Located in a high-demand, supply-constrained market
Opportunity for significant value uplift through redevelopment
Suitable for institutional investors and developers
Institutional healthcare sites in cities such as York are increasingly rare and offer strong long-term fundamentals
For further information or to discuss this opportunity in detail, please contact Fraser Bond.
Prime redevelopment opportunities in York are extremely limited—early engagement is strongly recommended.
