With its network of parishes covering the country, the Church of England plays an active role in national life, bringing an important Christian dimension to the nation as well as strengthening community life.  The Church of England is arranged geographically into 41 dioceses, each under the care of a Bishop, and covers every part of England.

The Diocese of York is a family of 607 churches and 127 schools in 470 parishes, which extends from Middlesbrough on the River Tees to Hull on the River Humber, and from the east coast of Yorkshire about as far west as the A1 road.  Led and guided by the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, our vision is to be a family of Generous Churches Making and Nurturing Disciples.

The Diocesan Office is located at Clifton Moor on the northern edge of York.  The teams operating from there provide a range of services aimed at supporting the mission and ministry of our churches, parishes and schools.  Our Property Team is a fundamental part of this, playing a key role in the deployment and support of the clergy who are at the heart of our work.

The operational property portfolio consists of around 300 properties, with a value in excess of £100 million, which are held for the deployment of clergy to provide ministry across the diocese.  The team is responsible for asset management, property management, statutory compliance and care of occupants.  The team also works with external partners on the estate management of the glebe portfolio of 3,000 acres, as well as administration and advice in relation to parish properties and trusts.