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Horsforth, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Horsforth, West Yorkshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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About Horsforth - Planning Applications & Local Development

Horsforth is a town and civil parish located in the City of Leeds, West Yorkshire, approximately five miles north-west of Leeds city centre. With a population of 18,895 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Horsforth transitioned from a village to part of the City of Leeds metropolitan borough in 1974 and established a civil parish in 1999, subsequently renaming itself as a town council. The area falls within the Horsforth ward of Leeds City Council, which also encompasses the southern part of Rawdon, making it a significant area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The town has a population of approximately 21,555 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Leeds district.

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

The area around Horsforth has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horsforth 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 Horsforth, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.