Hunslet, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hunslet, West Yorkshire.
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About Hunslet
Hunslet is an inner-city area located just 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast of Leeds city centre in West Yorkshire. Known for its industrial heritage, Hunslet offers a unique blend of urban development and historical significance, making it a notable area for planning applications and redevelopment opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Leeds
- Parliamentary constituency: Leeds South
- LSOA: Leeds 085C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hunslet.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hunslet.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Hunslet based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Hunslet.
- - 203 Dewsbury Road Hunslet Leeds LS11 5EG
Change of use from a single dwellinghouse to a small House in Multiple Occupation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 220 Dewsbury Road Hunslet Leeds LS11 6ER
Determination for change of use from Commercial unit to create four flats
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 200 Dewsbury Road Hunslet Leeds
Retrospective planning application for extension to prayer hall with store below
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 52 Northcote Crescent Beeston Leeds LS11 6NN
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-02-11
View full details - - 207 Dewsbury Road Hunslet Leeds LS11 5HZ
Retrospective application for change of use of hot food takeaway (Sui generis) to shop (Class E); replacement of decking to front with new access ramp and handrails.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-11-13
View full details - - Disraeli Gardens Beeston LS11 6NR
5 DAY NOTICET15 London Plane - Tree considered to be structurally unsound. Remove.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - 21 Longroyd Terrace Beeston Leeds LS11 5HJ
Change of use from Dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to 5 bed HMO (Use Class C4); insertion of 2no. rooflights to rear; infill of first floor rear window; new lightwell and render to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-03-21
View full details - - Nesto Barbers 193 Dewsbury Road Hunslet Leeds LS11 5EG
Retrospective application for change of use from part former superstore retail space to form hairdresser salon; alterations to shop frontage including roller shutters and access ramp
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Hunslet in West Yorkshire
Hunslet is an inner-city area located just 1 mile (1.6 km) southeast of Leeds city centre in West Yorkshire. Known for its industrial heritage, Hunslet offers a unique blend of urban development and historical significance, making it a notable area for planning applications and redevelopment opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hunslet a particularly low-crime area.
Hunslet has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hunslet 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.
Planning Activity in Hunslet
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Hunslet. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hunslet.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Hunslet were full planning applications (21), amendments (6), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 35 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 16 applications
- Refused: 5 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 13 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.