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Skelton Grange, Stourton, Leeds, West Yorkshire·In developmentData Centres

Microsoft data campus, Skelton Grange, Leeds

  • StageHybrid planning unanimously approved by Leeds City Council (Apr 2026); pre-construction
  • Value£4bn (reported)
  • Next milestoneConstruction start, likely within 12 to 18 months of approval
  • Last checked1 November 2026
Source: Construction Enquirer, Go-ahead for Microsoft's £4bn Leeds data hub push →

What has changed on this project, and when

  • Next milestone: Construction start, likely within 12 to 18 months of approval2 November 2026 · previously: Construction start
  • Stage: Hybrid planning unanimously approved by Leeds City Council (Apr 2026); pre-construction2 November 2026 · previously: Planning approved Apr 2026; construction now expected to begin early 2027
  • Value: £4bn (reported)2 November 2026 · previously: £4bn

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