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Planning in Churwell

Approved
88%
38 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Churwell

Postcode districts

LS11 162 applications in the last 12 monthsLS27 197 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 Churwell

Churwell is a settlement located within the civil parish of Morley in the Leeds district of West Yorkshire, England. Situated just 3 miles south-west of Leeds city centre and 1.5 miles from Elland Road, the home of Leeds United, Churwell offers a strategic position for planning applications, catering to both residential and commercial developments in the area.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Churwell 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 Churwell, 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, 55 planning applications were submitted near Churwell. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (13), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Churwell?
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Churwell. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Churwell?
The average planning decision time near Churwell is 60 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 Churwell?
The planning approval rate near Churwell is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Churwell?
The most common type of planning application near Churwell is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Churwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Churwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.