Armley

Nada and Anna from Leeds Baby Bank
20th March 2026
1 min read

New Midwife-Led Drop-In Session Launched for Leeds Families

Families who are pregnant or have recently had a baby are being invited to a new drop-in session led by midwives. Meet the Midwives is a new support service running every Monday, 10am to 12 noon, at Leeds Baby Bank Hub in Armley. Midwives from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust will be on hand…
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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
3 mins read

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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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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Leeds Baby Bank
1st July 2025
2 mins read

Leeds Baby Bank Launches Urgent Appeal to Open Doors to New Centre

Leeds Baby Bank is a vital community charity dedicated to supporting families with young children across Leeds who are experiencing poverty. Operating on a referral-only basis, Leeds Baby Bank collaborates with professionals such as midwives, health visitors, and social workers to provide families with children aged 0–5 years the essentials they need. These essentials…
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An image showing plans for the Middlecross extra care housing scheme.
16th May 2025
3 mins read

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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Middlecross extra care housing scheme in Armley
31st January 2025
2 mins read

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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Woodlea playground is one of many playgrounds across Leeds that have been updated in 2024.
8th November 2024
1 min read

Meanwood Playground Reopens with Fresh Look After Extensive Renovation

The Woodlea Playground in Meanwood has reopened following a substantial upgrade to its play equipment, marking it as one of the numerous play areas throughout Leeds to receive enhancements this year. Constructed concurrently with the neighboring estate about two decades ago, this was the playground’s first update since its original installation. In a 2021…
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Housing Leeds
26th September 2024
2 mins read

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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Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
19th July 2024
2 mins read

Leeds Unveils Groundbreaking Plans to Revolutionize In-Home Care Services

Next week, councillors will discuss innovative plans aimed at transforming home care in Leeds. At the executive board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 24th, Leeds City Council will review updates on the proposed Community Health and Wellbeing Service (CHWS). This new service is slated for an 18-month pilot in the areas of Bramley, Stanningley,…
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Armley Town Street - Gelder Road junction visualisation
19th July 2024
4 mins read

Proposed Armley Town Street Route Upgrades to Enhance Public Transport and Active Travel

Armley town street route revamp — £2.91 million plan to boost public transport and enhance pedestrian spaces. The £2.91 million proposals are designed to alleviate bus delays and enhance the street environment for visitors and shoppers in Armley Town Street through wider pavements, increased planting and landscaping, and additional crossing points to promote active…
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Armley Park tree planting with Councillor Helen Hayden
16th February 2024
2 mins read

Over 550 trees planted for Armley Gyratory improvement scheme

Work in this winter’s planting season has seen 350 trees planted in the local community as part of the Armley Gyratory improvement scheme. This is in addition to the 206 trees planted last year, making a total of 556 trees, which is well on the way to a target of planting over 660 new…
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Bailey Towers
13th October 2023
1 min read

Senior councillors set to agree demolition of six high-rise buildings

Members of Leeds City Council’s executive board are set to approve plans to rehouse residents and demolish six high rise buildings, across Leeds. The six tower blocks, initially constructed in the 1960’s, have exceeded their original design life, and would require significant investment for them to be brought up to an appropriate standard to…
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