HOMES

Leeds Jewish Housing Association
3rd April 2026
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Leeds Jewish Housing Association honoured at Civic Hall for outstanding tenant satisfaction

Leeds Jewish Housing Association has been recognised at Civic Hall after achieving outstanding tenant satisfaction results, with residents praising the quality of its homes, services and community impact. Leeds Jewish Housing Association has been praised by the city’s Lord Mayor after delivering strong resident satisfaction results and continuing its long-standing work to support communities…
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St Andrews Grange, developed by Yorkshire Housing, has been completed on land once occupied by the Tower Works factory off Moorfield Road in Armley.
20th March 2026
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Affordable Homes Transform Former Factory Site in Leeds

Fifty affordable homes have been completed on a once-vacant factory site in Armley, helping to meet growing housing demand while creating a new community in west Leeds. A former factory site in Leeds has been transformed into a new affordable housing development, bringing 50 high-quality homes to local residents. St Andrews Grange, developed by…
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Leeds Affordable Housing Strategy
13th March 2026
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Leeds approves 10-year plan to drive affordable housing growth

Senior councillors have approved a new 10-year strategy aimed at driving affordable housing growth across Leeds. The Leeds Affordable Housing Strategy 2026-2036 was signed off by the council’s executive board and sets out a long-term vision for meeting housing need through innovation, partnership working and investment. It builds on the success of the council’s…
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Councillor James Lewis, leader of Leeds City Council, speaking at 2026's Securing the Future of Council Housing Summit in Leeds.
13th March 2026
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Leeds summit sets stage for new era of council housing growth

Leeds hosted a major national summit on council housing, bringing together political leaders, senior local authority officers and housing figures to discuss the future of the sector. The 2026 Securing the Future of Council Housing Summit, held at Leeds City Museum and the Carriageworks Theatre, brought together around 200 representatives from central government, councils,…
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Heart of Holbeck Regeneration Programme
23rd January 2026
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Heart of Holbeck housing renewal begins, with greener homes due from 2026

Work has started on a major housing renewal scheme in Holbeck that will deliver warmer, greener homes from 2026 as the first project to be brought forward under the Heart of Holbeck regeneration programme. The third phase of the area’s group housing improvements will see at least 180 properties upgraded, including a mix of…
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Councillor Jess Lennox (Leeds City Council’s executive member for housing) in one of the newly-acquired homes.
26th September 2025
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Leeds Council’s Housing Programme Delivers High-Quality Affordable Homes

Leeds City Council’s commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable housing is paying off through its Council Housing Growth Programme. Over the past five years, the council has successfully built more than 400 new homes, providing modern, energy-efficient properties for tenants across the city. But construction is only part of the story. During the same period,…
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Councillor Jess Lennox, Leeds City Council’s executive member for housing, at Doris Storey House.
26th September 2025
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New Council Housing Development Honours Leeds Swimming Champion Doris Storey

A new council housing scheme in Seacroft is delivering high-quality affordable homes while also celebrating the legacy of a local sporting hero. The Leeds City Council development on Brooklands Avenue has transformed a former brownfield site into a community of 25 one-bedroom apartments alongside eight two and three-bedroom houses. In a special tribute, the…
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An image showing plans for the Middlecross extra care housing scheme.
16th May 2025
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Construction Begins on Leeds Extra Care Housing Scheme

Construction has officially begun on a new extra care housing scheme in Leeds, designed to foster independent living for older residents. The innovative Middlecross development, located in Armley, will provide 65 modern, energy-efficient apartments tailored specifically for residents aged 55 and older who require additional care and support. Leeds City Council is spearheading this…
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The Brooklands Avenue housing development in Seacroft.
7th March 2025
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Council Housing Development Revitalizes Local Green Spaces in Leeds Community

In Leeds, a transformative council housing development is making significant strides in revitalizing local green spaces, contributing to both environmental sustainability and community well-being. This initiative, part of a broader effort by Leeds City Council, demonstrates a commitment to integrating urban development with green revitalization. The project, centered around the new housing development on…
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Taylor Wimpey Yorkshire
31st January 2025
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Taylor Wimpey to Install Air Source Heat Pumps in Leeds Development

Taylor Wimpey is set to equip every new home at its Morwick Springs development in Leeds with an air source heat pump, marking a first for the housebuilder’s Yorkshire region. The site will be entirely gas-free, aligning with sustainability goals and energy efficiency standards. Morwick Springs is part of the East Leeds Extension (ELE),…
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Middlecross extra care housing scheme in Armley
31st January 2025
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Construction Set to Begin on Affordable Extra Care Housing in Leeds

Construction is about to start on an innovative extra care housing scheme in Leeds, promising significant benefits for the local community. The Middlecross development, managed by Leeds City Council and located in Armley, will feature 65 high-quality, energy-efficient, and affordable apartments designed for independent living for older adults. Set on a brownfield site between…
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Yeadon Care Home
24th January 2025
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Construction Starts on Innovative Care Home for Individuals with Severe Learning Disabilities and Autism in Leeds

Construction has officially begun on a state-of-the-art care home in Leeds, designed to serve individuals with severe learning disabilities and autism. This innovative project, located in Yeadon, is spearheaded by Leeds City Council in partnership with NHS West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board, marking a significant advancement in care facilities within the city. The new…
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Councillor Jess Lennox, Leeds City Council’s executive member for housing, and 54North Homes chair Steve Secker at the Leonora House ceremony
3rd January 2025
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New Affordable Housing Development Honors Leeds Pioneer at 54North Homes Inauguration Ceremony

Yorkshire’s 54North Homes recently inaugurated a flagship affordable housing project, Leonora House, with a ceremony that drew numerous attendees. This £12 million development features 58 modern apartments, including 28 one-bedroom, 25 two-bedroom, and five three-bedroom units, all designated for social rent in Leeds. Situated on Railway Street close to the city center, the building…
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Landlord Licensing & Defence
22nd November 2024
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Landlords in Leeds: Are You Ready for Increased City Council Housing Enforcement?

Landlords in Leeds are being encouraged to proactively safeguard their properties against heightened inspections by the city council’s housing enforcement team. A seminar, available both in-person and online next week, aims to shed light on the rigorous enforcement activities many landlords might not be fully aware of. The Reality is Striking: the council’s officers…
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An image showing plans for part of the Hough Top development
22nd November 2024
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Construction Begins on Affordable Housing Project to Alleviate Leeds Housing Crisis and Support Local Families

Construction is poised to commence on a new housing initiative in Leeds, aimed at reducing local housing shortages through the creation of numerous affordable council homes. Leeds City Council was granted planning approval last month for the project, which involves constructing 82 high-quality, energy-efficient homes on the site of a former school in Hough…
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Housing Leeds
26th September 2024
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Public Feedback Sought on Potential Licensing for Private Rental Housing in Leeds

Residents of Leeds are invited to participate in discussions regarding a proposed new licensing system for privately rented housing. Initiated by Leeds City Council, this follows the introduction of ‘Selective Licensing’ in Beeston and Harehills in 2020, which was aimed at improving the quality of rental homes and addressing social and health disparities within…
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Some of the 100 family homes built as part of a housing development in Middleton
16th August 2024
4 mins read

Leeds Sets National Example with Housebuilding Success

Recent data has highlighted significant progress in Leeds’ efforts to develop the quality housing that its residents need and deserve. Over the past year, ending in March, the city constructed 4,441 homes — its highest output since the early 1980s and 35% above the local target for the year. Of these, more than 650…
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