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Planning in Farsley

Approved
88%
106 of 117 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Farsley

Farsley, located in the Leeds district of West Yorkshire, lies approximately 6 miles west of Leeds city centre and 4 miles east of Bradford, adjacent to Pudsey. Historically part of the Borough of Pudsey until 1974, Farsley once had its own urban district council prior to 1937. It is now included in the Calverley and Farsley ward, which encompasses the Swinnow estate and parts of northern Pudsey, making it a relevant area for planning applications.

Property prices in Farsley show an average sale price of £272,315, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Farsley 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 (May 2026). This makes Farsley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Farsley 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Farsley, 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, 138 planning applications were submitted near Farsley. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (67), tree works (14), outline applications (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Farsley?
In the last 24 months, 138 planning applications were submitted near Farsley. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Farsley?
The average planning decision time near Farsley 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 Farsley?
The planning approval rate near Farsley is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Farsley?
The most common type of planning application near Farsley is full planning applications, with 67 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Farsley?
You can search and track planning applications near Farsley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.