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Planning in Fearnville

Approved
73%
132 of 179 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Fearnville

Postcode districts

LS8 399 applications in the last 12 monthsLS9 170 applications in the last 12 monthsLS14 187 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 Fearnville

Fearnville is a small area in Leeds, West Yorkshire, bordered by Roundhay, Seacroft, Oakwood, Gipton, and Harehills. Although often associated with Roundhay or Oakwood, it falls within the Killingbeck and Seacroft ward. As of the 2011 census, Fearnville had a population of 3,654, making it a quaint community with potential planning and development opportunities.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fearnville 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 Fearnville, 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, 206 planning applications were submitted near Fearnville. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (106), outline applications (55), discharge of conditions (9). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Fearnville?
In the last 24 months, 206 planning applications were submitted near Fearnville. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fearnville?
The average planning decision time near Fearnville is 59 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 Fearnville?
The planning approval rate near Fearnville is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fearnville?
The most common type of planning application near Fearnville is full planning applications, with 106 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fearnville?
You can search and track planning applications near Fearnville on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.