Who we are
We’re the land-promotion arm of MJ Gleeson plc, trusted to unlock strategic sites that become the foundations of sustainable housing.
Unlike volume-driven promoters, we say yes to around one in ten opportunities, committing fully to the landowners we represent and the communities we serve.
Our purpose
We exist to help land reach its best future. One built on trust, care and fair outcomes for all.
Our vision
Where people believe land deserves more than just planning permission, it deserves purpose.
Our focus
Every acre we manage is guided by care, precision and respect for the land's future value.
Our values in action
We choose carefully
Discipline up-front saves time and challenges later.
We commit fully
Once engaged, we take ownership of every detail.
We think clearly
Insight before investment with in-house Research and Analytics.
We are thoughtful
Consider people, place and legacy in every decision.
We make it count
Leave more than a consent; leave lasting value.
Sustainability
People, planet and prosperity
As part of MJ Gleeson plc, Gleeson Land works within a Group-wide commitment to sustainability. This isn't a bolt-on; it's the lens through which the plc and its divisions choose, plan and steward land, ensuring the value created is sustainable, responsible, and ready to be passed on to future generations.
Biodiversity & placemaking
Minimum 10% Biodiversity Net Gain embedded into every planning submission.
Social value & governance
Landowner Net-Promoter Score 91; average partner tenure eight years.
Operate under MJ Gleeson plc Audit, Risk and Sustainability Committee oversight — Fair-Tax-Mark accredited.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
As part of the MJ Gleeson Group, we work to The Ten Principles of The United Nations Global Compact across Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti-corruption improving our sustainability approach and as a group support six of the UN Sustainable Development Goals ("SDGs") or ‘Global Goals’ through its activities. You can read about them here, on our MJ Gleeson Website.
Our heritage and role
1903
MJ Gleeson founded in Sheffield as a joinery & contracting firm.
Why it matters today
Roots in practical craftsmanship and community building.
1930-1970s
Builds 30,000+ homes, many for public bodies; floats on LSE (1960).
Why it matters today
A reputation for delivering at scale, under tight public-sector scrutiny.
1993
Strategic Land department created inside MJ Gleeson to secure long-term land supply.
Why it matters today
Creation of a dedicated team focused on consent, not construction volume.
2005
Stand-alone ‘Gleeson Strategic Land’ brand launched; first promotion agreements signed.
Why it matters today
Proof of concept: capital-light, landowner-aligned model gains traction.
2015-2020
Portfolio passes 10,000 plots; early adoption of GIS (Geographic Information System) & demographic modelling.
Why it matters today
Early investment in data, now the backbone of our Research & Analytics team.
2023
Business regionalised (South, West, Central) for local authority intimacy; NPS hits 91.
Why it matters today
Combines plc governance with on-the-ground relationships.
2025
First "grey-belt" consent secured; Science Based Target (SBTi) validation in progress.
Why it matters today
Demonstrates our ability to unlock complex sites while cutting carbon.
General Enquiries Form
If you believe land deserves more than just planning permission,
if it deserves purpose, let’s start a conversation.
