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Planning in Swillington Common

Approved
71%
10 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Swillington Common

Postcode districts

LS25 257 applications in the last 12 monthsLS15 273 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 Swillington Common

Swillington Common is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Swillington Common 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 Swillington Common, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Swillington Common. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Swillington Common?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Swillington Common. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Swillington Common?
The average planning decision time near Swillington Common is 53 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 Swillington Common?
The planning approval rate near Swillington Common is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Swillington Common?
The most common type of planning application near Swillington Common is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Swillington Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Swillington Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.