East Leeds new homes development highlights improved infrastructure plans

A public consultation has taken place in regards to a 5,000 new homes development in east Leeds, according to a report to be published by Leeds City Council.

The East Leeds Extension (ELE) will see a large area of undeveloped land be developed into around 5,000 new homes, community facilities, new schools, local retail outlets, as well as new and improved roads designed to move and manage traffic away from existing residential areas.

Following a consultation which saw east Leeds residents, businesses and others have their say on proposed plans for the new East Leeds Orbital Road (ELOR), updated designs now incorporate further details on landscaping, drainage and crossings to the countryside between the north and east.

The 250 hectare area, extending around the edge of Swarcliffe, Whinmoor and Crossgates, is the single largest opportunity in the city to deliver new residential neighbourhoods and will play a major role in delivering the housing required to meet the local development framework core strategy for 70,000 new homes across the city by 2028.

Located next to the Thorpe Park business development, the ELE is part of wider economic regeneration plans for the city, with the ELOR providing the highways capacity to support new development, connecting the outer ring-road at Red Hall to junction 46 of the M1 at Thorpe Park

The proposed dual carriageway ELOR could eventually see 35,000 vehicles per day passing over its 4.6 mile length, improving traffic around east Leeds and upgrade transport infrastructure for that part of the city.

Councillor Richard Lewis, Leeds City Council executive member for regeneration, transport, and planning, said: “These infrastructure improvements will be integral to the growth of east Leeds. By working closely with landowners, developers, residents and public organisations, such as the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, government departments and other agencies we now have a report reflecting a wide range of opinion and expertise.

“I am keen that people examine and consider the updated proposals as we move into the next stage of planning for this major development area.”

“The ELE will play a crucial role meeting one of the challenges the city faces to provide enough homes to meet the city’s growing population, while also providing the right schools, services and infrastructure to support the new development.

“By working with local residents and businesses we can make sure our plans are understood, respond to local concerns as far as possible and that any issues are overcome as we hear what is most important for people.”

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