Aberford, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Aberford, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Aberford are administered by Leeds City Council. View the full Leeds City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Aberford
Aberford is a village and civil parish located on the eastern fringes of Leeds in West Yorkshire, England. With a population that grew from 1,059 in 2001 to 1,180 in 2011, Aberford offers a quaint community atmosphere just 10 miles (15.5 km) from Leeds city centre and conveniently west of the A1(M) motorway. This strategic location makes it an important area for those considering planning applications in the region.
Population: 1,217 (2021)
District: Leeds
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Selby
- LSOA: Selby 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-04.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Aberford.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Aberford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Aberford.
- - 1 Becca Lane Aberford Leeds LS25 3BD
Consent, agreement or approval required by condition 3 (Window Details) of Planning Application 25/01679/FU
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 1 Church House Cattle Lane Aberford Leeds LS25 3BH
Listed building application for removal of mortar to East gable end to replace with lime plaster; associated repair works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 3 Field Lane Aberford Leeds LS25 3AE
T1 Norway Spruce - Full removal due to close proximity to dwelling and visible cracking and movement within the adjacent boundary wall. Where required replacement planting will be undertaken using a m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - 17 Hayton Wood View Aberford Leeds LS25 3AN
Conversion of existing conservatory to single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-02-21
View full details - - Pump Hill Cottage Main Street Aberford Leeds LS25 3AH
T1 mature Silver Birch - Proposed work is to fell and remove, replant in a more suitable location on the village green with a Bramley apple tree. The tree is of poor form with basil included union cau
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-12-11
View full details - - 1 Field Lane Aberford Leeds LS25 3AE
T1 Cherry - We wish to have it pruned in height from its current maximum height (ie tip of top branches) of circa 24 feet to around 16 feet so that it is a more appropriate size for its setting and is
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - Aberford Village Hall Main Street Aberford Leeds LS25 3DA
Single storey front and side extension, single storey side and rear extension with new raised dual pitched roof over existing side extension and new external ramp and access and basement access, part
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-08-16
View full details - - St Ricarius Church Main Street Aberford Leeds LS25 3DD
T1 large Weeping Ash - To fell to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-03-22
View full details - - Yew Trees Main Street Aberford Leeds LS25 3AA
One block of two garages with link extension to main building and revised parking layout.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2023-07-14
View full details - - 19 Hayton Wood View Aberford Leeds LS25 3AN
Part two storey, part first floor side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - Strawberry Hill House Main Street Aberford Leeds LS25 3AH
Replacement of all sash windows with large single pane windows - NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT to 22/05812/FU - Condition 3 of the approval restricts the colour to Agate Grey (RAL 7038) which was our origina
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Leeds | Date: 2023-02-22
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A brief summary of Aberford in West Yorkshire
Aberford is a village and civil parish located on the eastern fringes of Leeds in West Yorkshire, England. With a population that grew from 1,059 in 2001 to 1,180 in 2011, Aberford offers a quaint community atmosphere just 10 miles (15.5 km) from Leeds city centre and conveniently west of the A1(M) motorway. This strategic location makes it an important area for those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,217 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Leeds district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Aberford a particularly low-crime area.
Aberford has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Aberford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hook Moor SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aberford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Aberford
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Aberford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Aberford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Aberford were full planning applications (4), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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