Apperley Bridge, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Apperley Bridge, West Yorkshire.
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About Apperley Bridge
Apperley Bridge is a village located in the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, positioned north-east of Bradford and bordering the City of Leeds. Nestled alongside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Aire, it is defined by Carr Beck to the east and Greengates to the south. The village derives its name from the historic bridge over the river on Apperley Lane, making it a notable area for planning applications due to its unique geographical features and transport links.
District: Bradford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £162,982 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bradford
- Parliamentary constituency: Bradford East
- LSOA: Bradford 017A
Crime Statistics
165 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 57
- anti-social-behaviour: 28
- criminal-damage-arson: 18
- vehicle-crime: 11
- other-crime: 10
- other-theft: 9
- public-order: 9
- burglary: 8
- shoplifting: 6
- drugs: 5
- bicycle-theft: 2
- robbery: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Apperley Bridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Apperley Bridge.
- 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 Apperley Bridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Apperley Bridge.
- - 4 Parkin Lane Apperley Bridge Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0NF
Front extension to porch. Alterations to room above garage forming new office. Rooflights to front and rear of garage roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 4 Waterloo Crescent Apperley Bridge Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0NQ
Conversion of existing coal house to a downstairs toilet. Replacement of 1 No external door. Installation of a single EV charging point.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 4 Waterloo Crescent Apperley Bridge Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0NQ
Conversion of existing coal house to a downstairs toilet. Replacement of no1 external door. Installation of a single EV charging point.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 40 Stockhill Road Apperley Bridge Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 9AX
Siting of 2 No storage containers to west side of property
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 151 New Line Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0BU
Submission of details required by condition 4 (Fencing Details) of planning permission 25/03209/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Riverside Ebikes And Cycles Harrogate Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0NN
Sub division of existing retail unit and extension to detached single storey unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - 157 New Line Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0BN
Change of use of 3-bedroom residential dwelling (use class C3) to two-bedroom children's residential care home (C2) for the care of two children
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - Greengates Lodge 830A Harrogate Road Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0RA
Conversion of dwelling into 2 No residential apartments
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-07-23
View full details - - The George And Dragon Apperley Road Apperley Bridge Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0PU
Ground floor internal alterations. External works to include: Installation of air source heat pump to rear elevation; alterations to eastern side elevation main entrance; installation of new timber do
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - The George And Dragon Apperley Road Apperley Bridge Bradford West Yorkshire BD10 0PU
Ground floor internal alterations. External works to include: Installation of air source heat pump to rear elevation; alterations to eastern side elevation main entrance; installation of new timber do
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - Annexe Carr Farm Cottage 74 Carr Road Calverley Pudsey LS28 5QR
Removal of condition 1 (one year temporary permission) of previous approval 21/05782/FU (Change of use from land to outdoor pet recreation and exercise facility; erection of fencing around paddock and
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-04-29
View full details - 21/00249/SUB07 - Water At Grid Ref 419464 437949 Harrogate Road Bradford West Yorkshire
Submission of details required by condition 8 (design and construction methodology of the bridge) of planning permission 21/00249/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Apperley Bridge in West Yorkshire
Apperley Bridge is a village located in the City of Bradford, West Yorkshire, positioned north-east of Bradford and bordering the City of Leeds. Nestled alongside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Aire, it is defined by Carr Beck to the east and Greengates to the south. The village derives its name from the historic bridge over the river on Apperley Lane, making it a notable area for planning applications due to its unique geographical features and transport links. It sits within the Bradford district.
Property prices in Apperley Bridge show an average sale price of £162,982, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Apperley Bridge area recorded 165 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.
Apperley Bridge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Leeds Liverpool Canal, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Apperley Bridge includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Apperley Bridge
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Apperley Bridge. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Apperley Bridge maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Apperley Bridge were full planning applications (22), outline applications (6), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 55% 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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 19 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 17 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.