Whitkirk, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Whitkirk, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Whitkirk are administered by Leeds City Council. View the full Leeds City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Whitkirk
Whitkirk is a suburb located in east Leeds, West Yorkshire, bordered by Cross Gates to the north, Austhorpe to the east, Killingbeck to the west, Colton to the south-east, and Halton to the south-west. The notable Temple Newsam estate is situated directly to the south, making Whitkirk a relevant area for those researching planning applications related to residential and commercial development in proximity to this historic estate.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Leeds
- Parliamentary constituency: Leeds East
- LSOA: Leeds 057A
Crime Statistics
146 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 43
- shoplifting: 22
- anti-social-behaviour: 19
- burglary: 16
- public-order: 9
- vehicle-crime: 9
- criminal-damage-arson: 8
- other-theft: 6
- drugs: 5
- robbery: 4
- other-crime: 3
- bicycle-theft: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Whitkirk.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whitkirk.
- 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 Whitkirk based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
34 planning applications found near Whitkirk.
- - 61 Darnley Lane Colton Leeds LS15 9EY
Demolition of existing conservatory; construction of part two storey, part first floor side extension; single storey side/rear extension; and conversion of integral garage to form habitable rooms - NO
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - 26/02709/LATR - Oppersite 77 Darnley Lane Colton Leeds LS15 9EY
T1 Oak: Monolith to 5m and leave as standing habitat. Stack brash for wildlife habitat.
Status: Undecided | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-05-12 - - 11 Kingsway Halton Leeds LS15 7BU
Single storey front extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 31 Penlands Crescent Colton Leeds LS15 9DQ
T1- Common Cherry - 3 metre canopy reduction N S E W T2- Purple Plum - 2 metre canopy reduction N S E W T3- Remove Dead Birch T4 - Remove Beech to prevent overcrowding T5 - Maple Crown - Crown Lift to
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - 16 Burr Tree Drive Colton Leeds LS15 9ED
Conversion of integrated garage at front to form habitable space; new ground floor window to side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 2 Colton Road Whitkirk Leeds LS15 9AA
Alterations to existing dwelling with Removal and infill to second floor window, replacement of an existing door and window to side and replacement of rear balustrade to first floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Land Rear Of 37 Burr Tree Garth Colton Leeds LS15 9EE
Oak T1 high winds caused multiple branches to fail and were hung up over main path. Emergency works completed to make pathway safe and branches were cut to suitable growth point. Branch failures have
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 2 Penlands Walk Colton Leeds LS15 9DL
Single storey extension to the front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 75 Darnley Lane Colton Leeds LS15 9EY
Oak T1. Historic lateral wound to one of the limbs, a potential fail as limb extends over the pathway. Job to drawback the limb from over path to suitable growth point over the grass.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Whitkirk Bowling Club Selby Road Halton Leeds LS15 0AA
Alterations to existing hardstanding access path/steps to provide wheelchair access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 26 Hollyshaw Crescent Whitkirk Leeds LS15 7AN
Single storey side/rear extension with flat roof replacing pitched roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 20 Kirkfield Drive Colton Leeds LS15 9DR
Replacement of garage door to front with window forming habitable room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 18 Laurel Hill Way Colton Leeds LS15 9EW
Demolition of conservatory and construction of a single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 2A Hollyshaw Lane Whitkirk Leeds LS15 7BD
Two storey house on vacant site to rear of 2a Hollyshaw Lane - NON MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO 25/00528/FU - Roof-integrated solar panels added. Front porch infilled to create internal area; facing brickwor
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 10 Gypsy Wood Close Colton Leeds LS15 9DY
Demolition of conservatory and construction of a single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 2 Penlands Walk Colton Leeds LS15 9DL
T1 - Aspen tree 3 metres all round reduction, Tree located on verge close to boundary fence, Becoming too big for location, Roots in lawn
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 37 Templegate Close Halton Leeds LS15 0PJ
Raised ridge and side domer; single storey side extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Land Rear Of 8 Penlands Crescent Colton Leeds LS15 9DQ
Prunus Avium rear of no. 8. Job proposed to fell and remove the tree following survey and threats score. Tree poses threat to public.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - 28 Temple Lane Halton Leeds LS15 0PH
Two storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 11 Baronsmead Whitkirk Leeds LS15 7AS
Part two storey, part single storey front/side /rear extension with porch to front; raising the roof height; new pitched roof to rear; dormer window to rear; new first floor window to front and new ro
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-05
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A brief summary of Whitkirk in West Yorkshire
Whitkirk is a suburb located in east Leeds, West Yorkshire, bordered by Cross Gates to the north, Austhorpe to the east, Killingbeck to the west, Colton to the south-east, and Halton to the south-west. The notable Temple Newsam estate is situated directly to the south, making Whitkirk a relevant area for those researching planning applications related to residential and commercial development in proximity to this historic estate.
The Whitkirk area recorded 146 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Whitkirk 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitkirk 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.
Planning Activity in Whitkirk
In the last 24 months, 75 planning applications were submitted near Whitkirk. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Whitkirk.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Whitkirk were full planning applications (44), tree works (13), outline applications (7). Full planning applications account for 59% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 11 applications
- Awaiting decision: 35 applications
Nearby Towns
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- Brown Moor planning applications
- Colton planning applications
- Manston planning applications
- Cross Gates planning applications
- Halton Moor planning applications
- Halton planning applications
- Stanks planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.