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Planning in Parlington

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 18 weeks
on average

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

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About Parlington

Parlington, a civil parish within the City of Leeds in West Yorkshire, includes part of Aberford and had a population of 87 as of 2001. The parish is bordered by Aberford, Barwick in Elmet, Scholes, Lotherton cum Aberford, Micklefield, and Sturton Grange. It is governed by the Aberford & District Parish Council, which also represents Aberford, Lotherton cum Aberford, and Sturton Grange. Notably, there are ongoing plans to develop a garden village in Parlington, which could impact local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 93 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Leeds district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Parlington 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 Parlington, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Parlington. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 125 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (7), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Parlington?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Parlington. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Parlington?
The average planning decision time near Parlington is 125 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 Parlington?
The planning approval rate near Parlington is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Parlington?
The most common type of planning application near Parlington is listed building consent applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Parlington?
You can search and track planning applications near Parlington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.