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Planning in Adwalton

Approved
70%
35 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Adwalton

Postcode districts

LS27 197 applications in the last 12 monthsBD11 59 applications in the last 12 monthsWF17 205 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Leeds City Council

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About Adwalton

Adwalton is a village in the City of Leeds metropolitan borough, located approximately 6 miles southwest of Leeds and often considered part of the larger village of Drighlington. It falls within the BD11 postcode area and had a limited population according to the 2011 Census. Adwalton is situated in the Morley ward of Leeds City Council and is part of the Morley and Outwood parliamentary constituency, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.

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

The area around Adwalton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Adwalton 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 Adwalton, 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, 66 planning applications were submitted near Adwalton. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Adwalton?
In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Adwalton. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Adwalton?
The average planning decision time near Adwalton is 62 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 Adwalton?
The planning approval rate near Adwalton is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Adwalton?
The most common type of planning application near Adwalton is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Adwalton?
You can search and track planning applications near Adwalton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.