Alwoodley, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Alwoodley, West Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Alwoodley are administered by Leeds City Council. View the full Leeds City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Alwoodley
Alwoodley is an affluent suburb and civil parish located 5 miles north of central Leeds in West Yorkshire. Nestled within the LS17 postcode area, it has been recognized as home to the most expensive housing in Yorkshire and the Humber, making it a significant location for planning applications and property developments.
Population: 8,952 (2021)
District: Leeds
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Area Information
- Admin district: Leeds
- Parliamentary constituency: Leeds North East
- LSOA: Leeds 023C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Alwoodley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alwoodley.
- 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 Alwoodley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
21 planning applications found near Alwoodley.
- - 8 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DG
Demolition of existing side extensions; single-storey front extension; part single-storey, part two-storey extension to sides and rear with first-storey balcony to rear and reduced chimney height; new
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - 7 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
Part retrospective application for demolition of garage/sheds to either side; erection of a part two storey, part single storey front/side extension; two storey infill extension to front; first floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - - 266 Alwoodley Lane Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DH
Outdoor swimming pool to lower rear garden and new steps to existing steps to lower rear garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 1 Primley Park Walk Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7LB
Sing;e storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 372 Alwoodley Lane Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DN
Part two storey, part single storey front extension; new pitched roof with dormer windows to front/rear , roof lights; single storey rear extension; relocating front door with canopy over entrance; re
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 31 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
Padel court to rear garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - 19 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
Cladding and rendering to front/rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Hallandale 9 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
Sycamore: Remove. (tree sits on the boundary of no.9 and no.7 Sandmoor Drive).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 58 Primley Park View Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7JZ
Part two storey part single storey extension to the side and rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 10 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DG
Consent, agreement or approval required by condition 4 (Landscaping Scheme) of Planning Application 21/05789/FU
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 372 Alwoodley Lane Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DN
Convert single dwelling into three apartments; alterations including part single storey, part two storey front extension; new pitched roof with dormer windows to front and rear; re-cladding of brick t
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - Willow Grange 27 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
5.47m single storey rear extension, 3.25m to ridge height (Parapet Wall) and 3.00m to eaves (Flat Roof)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 7 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
Demolition of existing garage to side and construction of a part two storey, part single storey front and side extension; two storey infill extension to front; single storey rear extension; single sto
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - 18 Sandmoor Avenue Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DW
Consent, agreement or approval required by condition 7 (Soft Landscape Works) of Planning Application 24/04882/FU
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - 7 Sandmoor Drive Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DF
Demolition of detached garage; Removal of solar panels to rear; construction of part single story, part two storey side/front extension; single storey rear extension; single storey side extension; two
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 10 Grange Holt Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7TY
T1 Oak: Draw back overhang from house by approximately 4 meters, tree is unbalanced towards house lacking foliage on rear canopy, remedial work to balance tree given 20 degree (approx) lean on stem in
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - 278 Alwoodley Lane Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DH
Removal of conservatory and short walls to front and spiral steps to rear; Erection of lower ground floor extension to rear including external steps to extended raised terrace; Erection of extension t
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-08-04
View full details - - 18 Sandmoor Avenue Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7DW
Consent, agreement or approval required by condition 5 of Planning Application 24/04882/FU
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - 348 Alwoodley Lane Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7QS
Consent agreement or approval of condition 6 of planning application 24/00825/FU
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-10-31
View full details - - 348 Alwoodley Lane Alwoodley Leeds LS17 7QS
Consent agreement or approval required by condition 6 of previously approved planning application 24/00825/FU
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-07-10
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A brief summary of Alwoodley in West Yorkshire
Alwoodley is an affluent suburb and civil parish located 5 miles north of central Leeds in West Yorkshire. Nestled within the LS17 postcode area, it has been recognized as home to the most expensive housing in Yorkshire and the Humber, making it a significant location for planning applications and property developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,952 (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 Alwoodley a particularly low-crime area.
Alwoodley 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 Alwoodley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Eccup Reservoir SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Alwoodley
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Alwoodley. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Alwoodley.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Alwoodley were full planning applications (34), tree works (8), outline applications (7). Full planning applications account for 59% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 24 applications
- Refused: 11 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 22 applications
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