Retire to the West Yorkshire
This gorgeous county is packed with culture and history, from Brontë-country and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, to vibrant Bradford and lively Leeds, West Yorkshire is truly a wonderful place to live.
West Yorkshire promises seniors access to independent living in Wakefield, Leeds, and Bradford – the three major cities in the county. There are dozens of charming towns and villages, wild moorland, the Pennines and the Peak District waiting to be explored. Our retirement properties in West Yorkshire will offer you the perfect blend of culture, arts attractions and natural beauty on your doorstep.
9 retirement developments in the West Yorkshire
Jennings Grange | Bradford
Retirement Living- Properties 15 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared Ownership 50% example share/50% rent £92,500/£212 pcm
Cross Gates | Leeds
Retirement Living- Properties 51 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared ownership available
Summer Manor | Burley in Wharfedale
Retirement Living- Properties 12 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared Ownership 75% example share/no rent £183,750
- Purchase from £264,950
- Rent from £2,030 pcm
Garforth | Leeds
Retirement Living- Properties 43 available
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Purchase Properties at this development have not been released for sale yet. The listed prices are guide prices only. £225,000
Whitelock Grange | Bingley
Retirement Living- Properties 1 available
- Bedrooms 2 bed available
- Rent from £2,395 pcm
Whitaker Grange | Ossett
Retirement Living Plus- Properties TBC
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Shared ownership available
Brooke Dene Court | Cleckheaton
Retirement Living- Properties TBC
- Rental available
Chesterton Court | Ilkley
Retirement Living Plus- Properties TBC
- Bedrooms 1–2 beds available
- Rental available
Priestley Court | Ilkley
Retirement Living- Properties TBC
- Rental available
Explore places in the West Yorkshire area
Retirement living in West Yorkshire
Life for seniors in West Yorkshire can often feel like a dream. This idyllic county boasts a mix of bustling modern areas, historic towns, and green countryside, including the edges of the Yorkshire Dales and Pennines – you can truly live retirement, your way.
Activities for retirees in West Yorkshire
From dedicated sports clubs to hiking to the immense views of the Peak District, you'll find lots of opportunities for an active retirement in West Yorkshire.
Sail, canoe and kayak at the Doe Park reservoir in Bradford, take to the slopes at Snozone in Castleford, or practise your swing at nearly 50 tennis clubs and over 80 golf courses dotted around the county.
For more leisurely ventures into nature, wander through one of the biggest city parks in Europe at the 700-acre Roundhay Park in Leeds, visit Gibson Mill in picturesque Hebden Bridge, and explore the lake and woodland of Newmillerdam Country Park in Wakefield.
Arts, culture and community
With theatres, city centre shopping and a calendar full of festivals and events, it's no wonder so many people are choosing retirement properties in West Yorkshire.
- Local arts - Catch ballroom dancing and touring musicals at the Alhambra Theatre in Bradford, or opera and ballet at the Leeds Grand Theatre.
- Events - Take part in one of the festivals throughout the year, such as the VW Festival at Harewood House, or the Saltaire Festival in Bradford.
- Shopping - Find more than 70 upmarket stores in the Victoria Quarter in Leeds and over 90 leading brands at the Junction 32 outlet centre near Castleford. Explore a range of craft items and locally produced goods at the Todmorden Market or the Halifax Borough Market.
Attractions in West Yorkshire
Uncover heritage in West Yorkshire, including ancient forts, country mansions, and curious museums.
- Visit the ruins of a 12th-century monastery at Kirkstall Abbey near Leeds, or admire Victoria Tower, the 19th-century monument to Queen Victoria on Castle Hill near Huddersfield. Tour Harewood House, an 18th-century mansion set in a thousand acres of Capability Brown landscape.
- View photography, television and animation at the National Science and Media Museum in Bradford, modern works of art at The Hepworth Wakefield, and discover local history at the National Coal Mining Museum in Overton.
- Roam the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, an art gallery with open-air exhibition spaces, or bask in the literary heritage of Brontës’ Haworth and the Pennines.
Transport links and connections
Public transport services in West Yorkshire are frequent and affordable, especially in and between major towns. If you have access to a car, trips to locations further north or south are within easy reach.
- By car - The M1, M62, and A1(M) provide road connections across the North and Midlands.
- By bus - Extensive local and regional bus services make travelling to local areas and other regions easy.
- By rail - There are excellent train services throughout the county, with key hubs in Leeds, Wakefield, Huddersfield, and Bradford.
Browse by Retirement Living services
Our retirement developments offer differing amenities and assisted living services. Choose from two options to find your perfect fit.
Retirement Living
Low-maintenance independent living for people aged 60 and over, with a House Manager on-site and a friendly community on the doorstep.
Retirement Living Plus
Independence combined with assisted living for people aged 70 and over, including an Estate Manager, on-site restaurant and optional personal care.
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