Of these new homes, 20% will either be transferred to a housing association or sold for affordable rent or as part of the First Homes scheme.

A mix of homes will be provided, from one-to-four-bed properties with air-source heat pumps, solar panels and electric charging points.

The build will include new public open spaces, pedestrian links and a play park and the developers will contribute just over £1m in funding to the local authority, to go towards local education and healthcare provision.

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Scott Waters, regional managing director at Persimmon, commented: “We’re pleased that these plans for high-quality and sustainable new homes for local people have been approved.

“Residents will enjoy significant areas of green, public open spaces and pedestrian links seamlessly connecting this new phase with the existing development.”

John Handley, managing director at Redrow Yorkshire, said: “Our latest development in Sherburn-in-Elmet will contribute much-needed high-quality housing in a district where there is currently a shortfall.

“Our Heritage Collection homes reflect the established character of earlier phases and will cater to a wide range of buyers, from growing families to downsizers.”