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Planning in East Garforth

Approved
78%
40 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About East Garforth

East Garforth is a key railway station serving the town of Garforth in West Yorkshire, with its counterpart, Garforth station, situated approximately 0.5 miles away. Operating on the Selby Line and managed by Northern Trains, East Garforth has been facilitating local transport since its opening by West Yorkshire Metro in May 1987. This accessibility can be a vital consideration for planning applications in the area.

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

The area around East Garforth has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Garforth 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 East Garforth, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near East Garforth. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), outline applications (7), tree works (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Garforth?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near East Garforth. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Garforth?
The average planning decision time near East Garforth is 56 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 East Garforth?
The planning approval rate near East Garforth is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Garforth?
The most common type of planning application near East Garforth is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Garforth?
You can search and track planning applications near East Garforth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.