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Planning in Wetherby

Approved
85%
97 of 108 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Wetherby

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About Wetherby

Wetherby is a historic market town and civil parish located in the City of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. Situated approximately 12 miles from Leeds and York, and 8 miles from Harrogate, it lies along the River Wharfe. As a key crossing and staging post on the Great North Road, Wetherby has long been a significant point of transport and trade in the region, making it a focal area for planning applications and development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 11,710 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Leeds district.

Property prices in Wetherby show an average sale price of £453,055, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wetherby 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 Wetherby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wetherby 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wetherby.co.uk.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wetherby, 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, 150 planning applications were submitted near Wetherby. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (37), tree works (22), outline applications (11).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wetherby?
In the last 24 months, 150 planning applications were submitted near Wetherby. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wetherby?
The average planning decision time near Wetherby is 58 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 Wetherby?
The planning approval rate near Wetherby is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wetherby?
The most common type of planning application near Wetherby is full planning applications, with 37 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wetherby?
You can search and track planning applications near Wetherby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.