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Planning in Harehills

Approved
67%
106 of 152 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Harehills

Postcode districts

LS9 170 applications in the last 12 monthsLS8 399 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 Harehills

Harehills is an inner-city area located approximately 1 mile northeast of Leeds city centre in West Yorkshire, England. Positioned between the A58 and A64 roads, it falls within the Gipton & Harehills ward of Leeds City Council and the Leeds East parliamentary constituency. The area is bordered by Burmantofts and Gipton, with Chapeltown nearby, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harehills 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 Harehills 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, Harehills 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 Harehills, 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, 186 planning applications were submitted near Harehills. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (102), outline applications (28), discharge of conditions (10). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harehills?
In the last 24 months, 186 planning applications were submitted near Harehills. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harehills?
The average planning decision time near Harehills is 69 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 Harehills?
The planning approval rate near Harehills is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harehills?
The most common type of planning application near Harehills is full planning applications, with 102 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harehills?
You can search and track planning applications near Harehills on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.