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Planning in Altofts

Approved
93%
51 of 54 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Altofts

Altofts is a village situated within the civil parish of Normanton and Altofts in the City of Wakefield, West Yorkshire. Located just 5 miles northeast of Wakefield and under a mile northwest of Normanton, the village benefits from proximity to the M62 motorway to the northeast and the Aire and Calder Navigation to the northwest, making it a strategically positioned area for potential planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Altofts area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Altofts 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, Altofts 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 Altofts, 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, 83 planning applications were submitted near Altofts. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (28), tree works (9), full planning applications (8). 6 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Altofts?
In the last 24 months, 83 planning applications were submitted near Altofts. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Altofts?
The average planning decision time near Altofts is 80 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 Altofts?
The planning approval rate near Altofts is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Altofts?
The most common type of planning application near Altofts is discharge of conditions, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Altofts?
You can search and track planning applications near Altofts on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.