How long do planning decisions take near Parlington?

The average planning decision time near Parlington is 93 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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?

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Parlington, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Parlington, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

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

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.

Population: 93 (2021)

District: Leeds

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Area Information

Admin district: Leeds
Parliamentary constituency: Leeds East
LSOA: Leeds 074B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Parlington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Parlington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Parlington.

- Dark Arch Parlington Lane Parlington Estate Aberford
Listed building application for repointing to soffits, portals, and walls, consolidation of SW Portal and ventilation shafts, replacement of spalling and missing stones
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-07-06
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- Wakefield Lodge Aberford Road Aberford Leeds LS25 3DQ
Listed building application for replacement of 8 timber windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-11-21
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A brief summary of Parlington in West Yorkshire

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

Parlington 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 Parlington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hook Moor SSSI; 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 Parlington

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Parlington. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

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

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Parlington take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Parlington were listed building and heritage (7), tree works (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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