How long do planning decisions take near Airedale?

The average planning decision time near Airedale is 62 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Airedale?

The planning approval rate near Airedale is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Airedale?

The most common type of planning application near Airedale is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Airedale?

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Airedale, West Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Airedale, West Yorkshire.

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About Airedale

Airedale is a picturesque valley in North and West Yorkshire, England, named after the River Aire that meanders through it. The upper section, known as Malhamdale, stretches from Malham Cove to Airton, where the valley widens into Airedale. This area features key towns such as Skipton, Keighley, Bingley, Shipley, and Leeds, making it an important region for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £191,548 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wakefield
Parliamentary constituency: Pontefract, Castleford and Knottingley
LSOA: Wakefield 002E

Crime Statistics

174 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 75
anti-social-behaviour: 34
criminal-damage-arson: 17
shoplifting: 14
other-theft: 9
burglary: 8
public-order: 5
vehicle-crime: 4
drugs: 3
other-crime: 3
bicycle-theft: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Airedale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Airedale.

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 Airedale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Airedale.

- 171 Kendal Drive Castleford WF10 3NJ
Two storey side and single storey rear extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wakefield | Date: 2026-04-24
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A brief summary of Airedale in West Yorkshire

Property prices in Airedale show an average sale price of £191,548, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Airedale area recorded 174 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.

Airedale 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.

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Planning Activity in Airedale

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Airedale. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Airedale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Airedale slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Airedale were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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