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Planning in Badsworth

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

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

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About Badsworth

Badsworth is a village and civil parish situated in the City of Wakefield metropolitan borough in West Yorkshire, England. With a population that grew from 583 in 2001 to 682 in 2011, Badsworth is located approximately 6 miles south of Pontefract, making it an area of interest for planning applications within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 695 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wakefield district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Badsworth 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 Badsworth 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, Badsworth 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 Badsworth, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Badsworth.

The most common types were tree works (4), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Badsworth?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Badsworth.
What types of planning applications are most common near Badsworth?
The most common type of planning application near Badsworth is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Badsworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Badsworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.