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Planning in Ackton

No decisions near Ackton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ackton in the last 24 months, from Wakefield Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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About Ackton

Ackton is a hamlet located within the parish of Featherstone in the Wakefield district of West Yorkshire, England, close to Pontefract. As of 1931, the population of the parish was recorded at 961, making it a small but established community that may be relevant for those looking into planning applications in the area.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Ackton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ackton 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ackton, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Ackton.

The most common types were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ackton?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Ackton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ackton?
The most common type of planning application near Ackton is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ackton?
You can search and track planning applications near Ackton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.