How long do planning decisions take near Jaw Hill?

The average planning decision time near Jaw Hill 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 Jaw Hill?

The planning approval rate near Jaw Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Jaw Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Jaw Hill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Jaw Hill?

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Jaw Hill, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Jaw Hill, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Jaw Hill are administered by Leeds City Council. View the full Leeds City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Jaw Hill

Jaw Hill is a prominent hill located in the City of Leeds district of West Yorkshire, England, situated close to Kirkhamgate within the City of Wakefield district. Its geographical positioning makes it relevant for planning applications related to landscape management and development in the surrounding areas.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £250,889 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Leeds
Parliamentary constituency: Leeds South West and Morley
LSOA: Leeds 105J

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Jaw Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Jaw Hill.

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 Jaw Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Jaw Hill.

- Land Known As Beaver House Batley Road Kirkhamgate WF2 0SA
Retrospective application for a change of use of land to form a three pitch gypsy and traveller site with landscaping and access works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-05-26
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A brief summary of Jaw Hill in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Jaw Hill show an average sale price of £250,889, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Jaw Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Jaw Hill 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Jaw Hill includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Jaw Hill

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Jaw Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Jaw Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Jaw Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Jaw Hill were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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