How long do planning decisions take near Potterton?

The average planning decision time near Potterton is 101 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 Potterton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Potterton?

The most common type of planning application near Potterton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Potterton?

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Potterton, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Potterton, West Yorkshire.

West Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Potterton are administered by Bradford Metropolitan District Council. View the full Bradford Metropolitan District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Potterton

Potterton is a hamlet located 1 mile north of Barwick-in-Elmet in the City of Leeds, West Yorkshire. Situated within the Harewood ward of the Leeds Metropolitan Council, it benefits from proximity to the A64 road and is just 2.5 miles from junction 44 of the A1(M) motorway, making it an accessible area with Leeds only 7 miles to the west. This strategic location could be of interest for planning applications related to residential or commercial developments.

District: Barwick in Elmet and Scholes

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Area Information

Admin district: Leeds
Parliamentary constituency: Leeds South
LSOA: Leeds 069B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Potterton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Potterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Potterton.

- West Wing Potterton Hall Potterton Lane Barwick In Elmet Leeds LS15 4NN
Installation of a packaged wastewater treatment plant, including associated drainage infrastructure
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-05-08
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- Potterton Grange Farm Potterton Lane Barwick In Elmet Leeds LS15 4NR
Installation of additional pole between 2 existing poles directly underneath an existing line
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Brick Pond Farm Potterton Lane Barwick In Elmet Leeds LS15 4BA
Retrospective application for detached single storey car port with store to front/side and extended gravel drive.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-10-03
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A brief summary of Potterton in West Yorkshire

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

Potterton 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.

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Planning Activity in Potterton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Potterton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

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

With an average of 101 days, decisions near Potterton 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 Potterton were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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