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Planning in Aberford

Only 6 decisions near Aberford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aberford in the last 24 months, from Leeds City Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,217 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Leeds district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aberford area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aberford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Aberford has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aberford, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Aberford.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aberford?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Aberford.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aberford?
The most common type of planning application near Aberford is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aberford?
You can search and track planning applications near Aberford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.