Doncaster’s Unity Yorkshire development is moving forward, bringing new business opportunities and job growth to the region. Covering more than 250 hectares near Junction 5 of the M18, the project is expected to generate over 6,000 jobs and deliver around 2 million square feet of commercial space alongside 3,000 new homes.
The development is supported by City of Doncaster Council, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, and Homes England. A key infrastructure upgrade, the 1.8-mile Unity Way link road, has been completed to improve access between the site and nearby communities. The project is part of the South Yorkshire Investment Zone, designed to attract companies looking to expand in a central UK location.
Recent progress includes selling an 800,000-square-foot distribution centre to TJ Morris, owner of Home Bargains, with construction set to begin in spring 2025. Additional retail projects, including McDonald’s and Starbucks, have secured planning approval and are expected to open later this year. The site will also feature a new town centre, retail and leisure facilities, a transport hub, and a school, with 80 hectares dedicated to green space.
City of Doncaster Council and Business Doncaster are working to attract further investment, citing the region’s strong transport links, skilled workforce, and pro-business environment.
