New homes Yorkshire
Rural living in dramatic countryside, coastal adventures and historic city life. This county delivers it all. North Yorkshire is well connected by rail and road.
Latimer school of economics
Shared ownership is a flexible, affordable route into homeownership.
Introduction to shared ownership economics
Scroll down for a breakdown of potential costs at a Development in this area.
Buying at The Cocoa Works, York
Save a potential £248* per calendar month
£810 (mortgage) + £197 (service charge) + £364 (rent) = £1,371 per calendar month
Compared to York average rent: £1,619*.
*According to averages by home.co.uk in September 2025. Based on a 50% share of £317,500 Full Market Value. Terms and conditions apply. Rates and lending products are subject to individual circumstances.
How easy is it to get on the property ladder in York?
We went out on the streets of York to talk to people about getting on the property ladder through shared ownership. In this video we showcase The Cocoa Works, a community of apartments set within the former Rowntree's Chocolate Factory in York. Take a look at the responses we get to the opportunity to buy a brand new apartment for a deposit of just £3,700.