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Planning in Low Fold

Approved
91%
128 of 140 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Low Fold

Postcode districts

LS18 241 applications in the last 12 monthsLS13 86 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 Low Fold

Low Fold is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

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

The area around Low Fold has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Low Fold 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 Low Fold, 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, 169 planning applications were submitted near Low Fold. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (57), tree works (36), outline applications (9). 1 large-scale development was 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 Low Fold?
In the last 24 months, 169 planning applications were submitted near Low Fold. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Low Fold?
The average planning decision time near Low Fold is 46 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 Low Fold?
The planning approval rate near Low Fold is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Low Fold?
The most common type of planning application near Low Fold is full planning applications, with 57 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Low Fold?
You can search and track planning applications near Low Fold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.