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Planning in East Rigton

Approved
84%
43 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About East Rigton

East Rigton is a village in the civil parish of Bardsey cum Rigton, located within the City of Leeds metropolitan borough in West Yorkshire, England. The parish encompasses the villages of Bardsey, East Rigton, and Thornhurst, with a population that grew from 2,385 in 2001 to 2,525 by the 2011 Census. This area may be of interest to those researching planning applications due to its community growth and development potential.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Rigton 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 Rigton, 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, 62 planning applications were submitted near East Rigton. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (15), amendments (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Rigton?
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near East Rigton. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Rigton?
The average planning decision time near East Rigton is 51 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 Rigton?
The planning approval rate near East Rigton is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Rigton?
The most common type of planning application near East Rigton is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Rigton?
You can search and track planning applications near East Rigton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.