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Planning in Adel

Approved
82%
75 of 91 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Adel

Adel is a suburban area located within Leeds, West Yorkshire, bordered by Weetwood to the south, Cookridge and Holt Park to the west, Alwoodley and Moortown to the east, and Bramhope, Arthington, and Eccup to the north. This strategic location makes Adel an integral part of the Leeds metropolitan area, presenting various opportunities for planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Adel 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 Adel a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Adel has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Adel 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 Adel, 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, 124 planning applications were submitted near Adel. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (39), tree works (33), outline applications (8). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Adel?
In the last 24 months, 124 planning applications were submitted near Adel. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Adel?
The average planning decision time near Adel is 48 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Adel?
The planning approval rate near Adel is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Adel?
The most common type of planning application near Adel is full planning applications, with 39 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Adel?
You can search and track planning applications near Adel on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.