Local homebuilder reports significant contributions to Yorkshire communities in 2022

Barratt Developments Yorkshire, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes brands, has reported significant social, economic and environmental contributions to the Yorkshire communities in which it builds over the course of the last year.

In 2022, the homebuilder built 1,369 new homes across the region, supporting 3,223 jobs through its own business and that of its suppliers and subcontractors in the process. This boost to the local housing market and construction industry was supported by an £21.6 million investment in physical infrastructure works, including environmental and highway improvements, affordable homes and improved community facilities.

As well as investing £6.3 million in community infrastructure, such as local schools and transport, Barratt Developments Yorkshire also made over £87,900 of charitable donations to support those in need during what was an especially challenging year for many.

2022 also saw the homebuilder reinforce its commitment to creating homes for nature as well as people. The business created 20.9 hectares of greenspace across the region, equivalent to 794 tennis courts, to help support wildlife on and around its sites. Its commitment to environmental sustainability also saw Barratt Developments reduce its CO2 emissions by 16% against its 2018 benchmark and reduce its construction waste by 79%. 

Ian Ruthven, Managing Director at Barratt Developments Yorkshire West, said: “The statistics we’re able to report from the past year truly demonstrate our dedication to supporting Yorkshire’s people, environment and economy. We are thrilled to end 2022 having made such a positive contribution to the region, and are looking forward to building on these results in 2023.” 

Daniel Smith, Managing Director at Barratt Developments Yorkshire East, said: “As a five-star homebuilder, we're keen to lead the way in sustainable building across the region. We are fully committed to developing more environmentally-friendly processes that take care of the communities in which we build, and will continue to do so in the future.”

Barratt Developments Yorkshire East and West are building a collection of high quality new homes across Yorkshire.